PSY 2125 - Substance Abuse Counseling: Theory and Practice

Institution:

Curry College

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Description:

Fall Semester This course examines assessment, diagnosis and treatment modalities for counseling of individuals with substance use disorders. There will be an emphasis on the importance of comprehensive integrated treatment of individuals with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders. Students will be introduced to prevention strategies, relapse prevention strategies, treatment planning, the importance of family therapy and self help groups and how they relate to treatment outcome. Prerequisite: PSY 1030, or 1400.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.curry.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 333-2900

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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