Addictions and Substance Abuse Counseling

Catalog description

This course examines theory, case conceptualization, diagnoses and treatment of addictions including substance abuse, chemical dependency and process addictions. This course will also address family dynamics that may maintain or worsen addiction. A portion of the course is devoted to evaluation of the services and programs available to individuals presenting with addictions, from the point of view of the affected individuals, their families and society. Multicultural and ethical components are integrated. Self-growth experiential activities may be associated with the content of this course.