Overview
Description
Physical and psychological aspects of the addictive process with emphasis on assessment, diagnosis, treatment, referral and self-help options for individuals and families. (CAS 674, CEP 674 and SW 674 are cross-listed; credit may be earned in one of the three.)
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Terms
fall, spring
Related Courses
Cross Listed With CAS 674Cross Listed With SW 674
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- articulate the current theories of addiction prevention and recovery.
- explain recovery programs and their relationship to the fundamental goals of addiction treatment and mental health.
- identify prevention, intervention, treatment, and relapse prevention strategies and services.
- indicate knowledge and the initial skills appropriate to assess, intervene, and treat substance abusers and their families.
- recognize personal biases/issues that may interfere with client care, and implement strategies to minimize their impact when working with clients and families struggling with addiction.
- describe the National Drug Control Strategy and how it can be changed.