CO-OCCURRING DISORDERS

Catalog description

An introduction to the identification of symptoms and the assessment process for the presence of co-occurring disorders (diagnoses of mental health conditions and substance use disorders). Explores the relationship of these conditions including an introduction to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; emphasizes the development of concurrent integrated treatment strategies, including the Recovery Model and the development of entry-level skills required of professionals who interact with individuals with co-occurring disorders. Letter grade only.