SCWK 311 - Understanding Alcohol And Drug Abuse And Its Treatment

Institution:

MacMurray College

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Description:

Understanding alcohol and drug abuse from biological, sociological, psychological, and cultural perspectives. Students will examine the causes and consequences of alcohol/drug abuse, diagnostic issues, intervention, treatment, aftercare, and prevention, as well as their own personal values and attitudes toward alcohol/drug use. The impact of alcohol/drug abuse on families, special groups (e.g., women, elderly, minority populations) and the larger societal context will be addressed. Students will also be introduced to psychotropic medications, their therapeutic uses, side effects, and potential risk. No prerequisite.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mac.edu

Phone Number:

(217) 479-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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