SWK 361 - Substance Abuse & Addictive Beh

Institution:

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Subject:

Description:

A survey course that explores the range of behaviors that constitutes addiction. Topics will include use and abuse of psychoactive drugs, sports drugs, sexual addiction, addictive gambling behaviors, obsessive eating behaviors, along with internet, and other technology associated obsessions. Overview will include historical and present social basis of addiction, the addictive process, screening and assessment, and current treatment perspectives.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.twcnet.edu

Phone Number:

(423) 745-7504

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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