COUN 583 - Substance Abuse and Dependence

Unit(s): 2

A didactic course designed to provide a broad conceptual base regarding major dimensions of alcohol and drug abuse and dependence disorders. The course explores theories of addiction; co-occurring disorders; and medical aspects, effects, and approaches to prevention, assessment, and treatment of alcohol and drug abuse/dependence disorders. The contextual role of the family and larger systems, including the legal system, are addressed. Risk factors, community resources, referral, and prevention information is discussed from developmental and cross-cultural perspectives.

Grading: GRD