ADDN 1005 Group Process (2L,2CR):
This course provides students with an opportunity for the study of groups and group process. These topics include, but are not limited to: development of groups, group work, group dynamics, group leadership, group process, groups for children, adolescents, adults and elderly, and specialty groups and theoretical perspectives of groups.
ADDN 1020 Addictions Behaviors (2L,2CR):
A study of addictive behaviors including drugs and the noningestive process addictions including gambling, sex, exercise, violence, work, power, money, and risk/sensation-seeking addictions. Aspects of lifestyle and habit that can be carried to addictive extremes are examined. Focus is on clarification of theories of addiction and current treatment practices.
ADDN 1050 Crime and Drugs (2L,2CR):
This course provides students with an opportunity to explore human behavior from an addiction and criminal justice perspective. This course will provide an in-depth analysis of evidence-based crime policy with coverage of drug use, crime victimization, and incarceration trends.
ADDN 1410 Adolescents (1L,1CR):
Provides an overview of the characteristics, issues, and dynamics related to addictive behaviors among adolescent populations.
ADDN 1430 Women’s Issues (1L,1CR):
Provides an overview of the characteristics, issues, and dynamics related to addictive behaviors unique to female populations.
ADDN 1440 The Family (1L,1CR):
Provides an overview of the characteristics, treatments, issues, and, dynamics related to the family.
ADDN 1470 Inhalant Abuse (1L,1CR):
Provides an overview of the characteristics, treatments, issues, and, dynamics related to inhalant use and abuse.
ADDN 1490 Topics: (Subtitle) (1-3L,1-3CR):
Specialized course work, seminars, and conferences with focus on current issues in the addictions field.
ADDN 1510 Eating Disorders (2L,2CR):
An examination of the most prominent eating disorders and an introduction to the addiction model.
ADDN 1520 Anger, Addiction and Trauma (3L,3CR):
This course provides students with an opportunity to explore anger and trauma from an addiction perspective.
ADDN 2010 Addictions Assessment (3L,3CR):
Provides an overview of the process of assessment of addictive behaviors including alcohol and drugs, smoking, and eating disorders. Foci are on the behavioral, psychological/cognitive-expectational, and physiological components of specific addictive behaviors. Prerequisite: seven credit hours of psychology.
ADDN 2970 Addictionology Internship (1-4CR) (Max. 6):
A minimum of 50 hours per credit is spent on this off-campus field experience at a cooperating treatment agency/facility to provide the opportunity for trainees to gain work experience in the field and to apply knowledge acquired in previous course work. This time will be scheduled, structured, and supervised by a certified or licensed professional. Students will be accepted in ADDN 2970 with documentation of not abusing alcohol or drugs for 18 months prior to enrollment. Prerequisite: ADDN 2010, PSYC 2050, or concurrent enrollment with grades of "C" or better. S/U grading only.
ANTH 1200 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (3L,3CR) E][CS][G]:
Using an ethnological approach, (comparative study of culture), this course surveys the basic concepts of cultural anthropology including cross cultural investigations of kinship, marriage, language, religion, politics, economics, and culture change.
CNSL 2010 Counseling Ethics (2L,2CR):
Provides an opportunity for study of selected ethical and professional topics in counseling.
CNSL 2300 Basic Counseling Skills (3L,3CR)[E]:
This course is an introduction to individual and group counseling skills. Focus is on 1) the student learning and practicing the conscious use of self in applying basic individual counseling skills and 2) the student learning and practicing theory and technique of individual and group counseling approaches to provide recognition of dynamics of interpersonal interactions, accurate prediction of dynamics, and effective participation and leadership. Prerequisite: CNSL 2010 or PSYC 2050, or concurrent enrollment in one.
PSYC 1000 General Psychology (4L,4CR)[E][CS]:
One semester introductory psychology course designed to familiarize the student with the major areas of psychological research. Course orientation is directed toward understanding behavior through an experimental approach. Application of course content to everyday behavior situations is emphasized.
PSYC 2050 Introductory Counseling/Clinical Theories (3L,3CR):
An introductory course featuring a review of the development of psychotherapy, a study of psychological concepts basic to the therapeutic process, and understanding of the major models and principles of psychotherapy. Prerequisite: PSYC 1000.
PSYC 2210 Drugs and Behavior (3L,3CR)[E]:
A survey of the drugs which affect behavior, emphasizing both psychotherapeutic agents and drugs with abuse potential. Includes a brief introduction to the chemistry of the brain and pharmacological aspects of each major class of psychoactive drugs will be discussed. Prerequisite: PSYC 1000 and three to four hours of 1000 level psychology or biology courses.
PSYC 2260 Alcoholism (3L,3CR):
Patterns of alcohol use and theories of abuse and addiction will be presented along with current knowledge on the incidence, health effects, economic costs, and trends in treatment. Theoretical concepts will be based on constitutional, psychological and socio-cultural approaches. Issues ranging from pharmacology to societal concerns with problem drinking will be covered. Prerequisite: PSYC 1000.
PSYC 2330 Psychology of Adjustment (3L,3CR)[E]:
This course is designed to bring students to an understanding of the more common problems of personal adjustment in terms of the general principles of psychology. Prerequisite: PSYC 1000.
SOC 1000 Introduction to Sociology (3L,3CR)[E][CS]:
A survey of the organization of human society and the impact of group membership and interpersonal relationships upon human behavior.
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