PSY644 Biopsychosocial Perspective on Drug Use
This course will focus on the examination of the biopsychosocial dimensions of contemporary drug use as it relates to physiological responses based on effects of drug use. Relevant issues in modern society will be explored in relation to the level of care available, recovery, relapse prevention, and the dimensions of addiction recovery. Graduates will also learn ethical and legal considerations in addictions counseling and substance use treatment. Through a multicultural and social justice lens, Graduates will enhance their understanding of diagnoses, community resources, and interventions. Graduates will expand upon their understanding of diagnostic summaries and case consultation in terms of assessment interpretation and the presentation of cases to a treatment team. Graduates will expand upon their understanding of psychopharmacology as well as the major physical impacts of substance use and abuse on the brain andbody systems. Graduates will also build upon their professional as well as personal development asaspiring addiction counselors.