COUN 8516 TREATMENT ISSUES IN CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY (3 credits)
This course addresses chemical dependency treatment issues including denial, minimization, relapse and its prevention, resistance, family dynamics, poly-substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, spirituality and the influence of self-help groups. The education will include the clinical treatment needs of individuals suffering from chemical dependency, taking into consideration diversity, gender, culture and lifestyle. (Cross-listed with COUN 4510, SOWK 4510, SOWK 8516).
Prerequisite(s): Admission to counseling program or social work programs or permission of instructor. Not open to non-degree graduate students.