Assessment and Treatment for Substance Use Disorders ((3))

Catalog description

This course examines the incidence and etiology of substance abuse and co-occurring disorders (COD) and their impact on individuals, families, and society. A brief history of psychoactive substance use will be presented as well as the impact of current policy on service delivery. Additionally, the course will present an advanced overview of the pharmacological properties, physiological, psychosocial, and cultural aspects of psychoactive substances. Issues regarding identification and assessment will be offered using the DSM-IV-TR criteria for diagnosis with an emphasis on a Biopsychosocial-spiritual model and strengths perspective.