PSY 327 - Chemical Dependency

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University of Maine at Machias

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Description:

This course introduces the student to basic information concerning chemical dependency. A survey of historical and present-day perspectives on alcohol and drug abuse and addiction in society and the workplace will be covered. The mechanism of drug action and the nature of addiction including the psychological, physiological, behavioral and social effects of alcohol and other drugs will be covered in depth. The role of the counselor in substance abuse prevention, substance abuse addiction identification and treatment will be addressed. Alcoholics Anonymos and other self-help groups, programs and treatment modalities are addressed. While the major focus of the course is on alcohol and drug abuse, substance abuse in special populations is addressed. Prerequisite: PSY 110 and PSY 211, or permission of instructor. 3 Cr

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umm.maine.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 255-1200

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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