CDC 100 - Alcoholism

Institution:

Finger Lakes Community College

Subject:

Description:

The course will survey social, psychological, moral, interpersonal, biological, and cultural aspects of problem drinking. Definitions of alcoholism are explored. Approaches to "cure" are investigated, including A.A., psychotherapy, imprisonment, Antabuse, and recovery centers. The concepts of alcoholism as "the progressive disease" and as the "family disease" are reviewed. The purpose of this course is to familiarize the student with the complexity of alcoholism and to survey major research findings in the field. B

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.flcc.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 394-3500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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