PY 3330 - Psychology of Addictions

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

This course presents addiction and recovery as a function of the dynamic interaction between biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Addiction is discussed as neuropathy, psychopathology, and maladaptive behavior. The basics of behavioral psychopharmacology are presented and discussed with regard to prescribed and self-administered drugs. Emphasis is placed on the role of personality in addiction from a psychodynamic/ interpersonal perspective. Treatment and rehabilitation strategies developed out of this model, as well as those developed out of cognitive-behavioral, 12-Step, and psychopharmacological models are presented and integrated. Field visits to appropriate self-help groups and treatment centers may be required. Prerequisites: PY2010; ECII placement or equivalent

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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