The purpose of this course is to acquaint the student with psychological theories of the etiology and treatment of addictive behaviors. Topics covered include the diagnosis of addictive behaviors (alcohol and drug abuse, tobacco use), pharmacological effects of various substances, principles of psychological assessment, evaluation of clients’ motivation to change, and therapeutic techniques for changing addictive behaviors. Interventions that are most strongly supported by outcome research will be emphasized in this course.
Semester Offered
Spring