SWK 335 - Alcohol and Drug Addiction

Units: 3
When Offered: Spring
This course is survey of alcohol and drug abuse including a historical as well as a modern understanding of chemical problems in addition to the impact on the individual, family and society. Emphasis will be given to understanding vulnerable populations such as adolescents and the elderly. Current treatment interventions will be outlined as well as deterrents that can alter the course of addictions. Included will be a Christian viewpoint on etiology, assessment and treatment of this serious problem.