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Nov 22, 2024
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CN 737 - Counseling and Treatment of Addictive DisordersSemester Hours: 3 The purpose of this course is to addresses the etiology and treatment of addictive behaviors (e.g. alcohol and other substance abuse, gambling, etc.) Theories linked with addiction to biological, psychological, and other factors will be evaluated critically with an emphasis on developing effective treatment recovery and relapse prevention. Students will be able to identify abuse, addiction, and co-dependence so that problems with addiction can be appropriately addressed with clients. Secondary course topics include; effects of addictive behaviors on the family, mediations used with substance use disorders, and how multicultural factors impact counseling and treatment of addictive disorders.
Pre-requisites: CN 718 - Introduction to Psychopathology and CN 726 - Counseling Theories .
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