PSY 7736 Addiction, Diagnosis and Intervention
This course is an introduction to evidence-based etiology, assessment, diagnosis, and intervention of addiction and co-occurring disorders. Methods of screening, assessment, and intervention are examined. Special consideration is given to culture, diversity, and special populations, as related to addiction recovery. Consultation, community outreach, referral, and preventative interventions are addressed. Treatment interventions for substance use and behavioral addictions are examined including counseling, psychopharmacology, and support services.