Substance Use Disorders

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This on-line course provides an introduction to the physical, psychological, familial, and social aspects of substance abuse and treatment in contemporary American society. The chemistry, physiology, theories and stages of chemical dependency will be introduced and explored. Family systems theories related to substance abuse and treatment will be introduced, as well as various contemporary addiction treatment philosophies and practices. Further, the impact of substance abuse and treatment on broader society will be discussed, including, relevant history, issues of special populations, professional ethics, and the contributions of Self-Help and other social programs.