SWK 345 - Substance Abuse and Dependence

Institution:

Missouri Western State University

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

Offered: DD. Provides an overview of the substance abuse and dependence field within a bio-psycho-social framework. The course will cover current and historical patterns of drug use; etiological theories and connnected research; substance abuse effects on individuals, families, and society; physiological, psychosocial, and cultural aspects of psychoactive substances; basic pharmacology of alcohol and other abused substances; socio-cultural values and their implications for public policy and prevention; assessment and diagnosis of substance abuse/dependence disorders; substance abuse and dependence in special populations, overview of the treatment process and service delivery systems; the recovery process, relapse and relapse prevention and the impact of substance abuse and recovery on family systems. Prerequisite: PSY101 or SOC110.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

missouriwestern.edu

Phone Number:

(816) 271-4200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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