SOC 1503 - Intro to Addiction Studies 3 Credits
This course is intended to provide an introduction to core concepts and ideas in the addiction field. An overview of historical, biological and psychosocial perspectives on addiction will be provided, ending with a summary of the current trends in addictions and substance use. This includes the influence of multicultural factors including race, ethnicity, sexuality, and culture of origin.
Building on this knowledge base, students will learn foundational concepts that underpin how addiction is understood and treated by professionals. This includes preventative interventions, basic assessment methods evidence-based interventions for substance use from a strengths perspective, and relapse prevention. Family and social influences are understood to be part of these discussions.
Course Level Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1.Assess and employ basic reading strategies. (GEO 3)
2.Formulate ideas and opinions based on readings. (GEO 1)
3.Compose coherent, unified, and well supported sentences, paragraphs, and essays.(GEO 2)
4.Improve vocabulary. (GEO 4)
5.Write properly using the rules of grammar and punctuation. (GEO 1)
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