HUS 226 - Concepts of Chemical Dependency

Institution:

Jefferson Community College

Subject:

Human Services

Description:

This class will explore the dynamics of chemical dependency of the major drugs (both legal and illegal) in our society today. The various models of addressing dependency will be discussed including the medical, human spirit, psychosocial, and pharmacological models. An in-depth analysis of dual diagnosis, co-dependency, infectious diseases and addictions, addiction and the family, chemical abuse by children and adolescents, and the influence upon neonatal development will be examined. Various treatment approaches will be studied including interventions, relapse prevention and self-help groups. HUS 226 equivalent to CRJ 226. 3 cr. 3 lec. Prerequisite: CRJ/HUS 126. (Per Departmental Standards Version of HUS 226, approved by Academic Affairs on 04/30/2009).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjefferson.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 786-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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