ADDICTION THEORIES, PREVENTION, AND TREATMENT

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Analyzes prevention, treatment, and recovery across the lifespan through a biopsychosocial perspective on substance use and other addictive behaviors. Outlines the etiology and neurobiology of addiction for counselors in school and community settings who may work with individuals and families impacted by addiction. Examines signs of substance intoxication and withdrawal, eating and gambling disorders; to conduct appropriate screenings; and to facilitate developmentally appropriate prevention for students/clients.