BEHL 280 Introduction to Addiction Studies

An introduction to the history of addiction counseling and evolution of addiction treatment theories and methods that will prepare students to work in various fields where the understanding and treatment of addiction is critical. Students will be introduced to diagnostic criteria from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Understand the history of addiction counseling and treatment methods
2. Recognize models of treatment and relapse prevention
3. Identify addiction symptomatology in case studies
4. Understand stages of change as they apply to addiction counseling
5. Recognize the complexity of addiction across the lifespan
6. Evaluate treatment practices and social support systems
7. Recognize laws related to addiction field