HSV107

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Introduction to Addiction Studies

Human Services Credit Course College

An introduction to the history of addiction treatment and recovery in the United States from the nineteenth century through to the present day. Topics include: recovery movements, the birth of addiction treatment, psychological approaches, the 12 step model, and modern addiction treatment, with an emphasis on understanding a variety of models and theories of addiction along with an attitudinal appreciation of the complexity inherent in understanding addiction. The social, political, economic and cultural contexts are also discussed, with an emphasis on the risk and resiliency factors for individuals and groups.
Prereq: ENG 090 and ENG 094, or satisfactory placement.

Credits

3

Offered

FS - Every Fall, Every Spring

Course Attributes

G-General Elective

Prerequisites

Prereq: ENG 090 and ENG 094, or satisfactory placement.