HUSR - 2530 Clinical Treatment Issues

Students in this course will receive instruction on the treatment issues specific to substance use disorders including the role of denial, resistance, minimization, family dynamics, relapse, cross-addiction, co-occurring disorders, spirituality, and the influence of self-help groups. There is a review of the drugs of misuse and their effects. The unique treatment needs of individuals based on gender, culture, lifestyle, and past experiences, including trauma, will also be discussed.

Credits: 3
Lecture Classroom Hours: 45