SW 513 Substance Use and Co-Occurring Disorders
Substance Use and Dual Diagnosis supports the development of specialized knowledge and skills related to the identification, treatment, and prevention of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental and substance use disorders. The course will also explore the intersectionality between substance use disorders and dual diagnoses with other serious social issues and the need for social workers in all practice settings to be attentive and responsive to client needs in this area. Examples of course focus areas include neuroscience of addiction, stages of change and motivational enhancement, medication assisted therapy, the 12-step model, physical health concerns related to addiction, family and natural supports, and more. In addition to the direct practice context, students will examine research and policy contexts to identify opportunities to enhance prevention and treatment interventions.
Offered
Annual Fall Semester