436 Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Aspects of Addictions

Prerequisite: 438. Major theories of etiology, social dynamics, and psychology of alcohol and other drug disorders are presented within the context of human development. Clinical research is reviewed which enhances a further understanding of the basic physiological, psychological, social and spiritual aspects. Impact on the individual, family, community, and organizations/systems is presented. Considerations for how these disorders apply to special populations such as people of color, GLBT persons, ethnic-multicultural populations, the economically disadvantaged, the oppressed, veterans, children& adolescents, women, and HIV-positive clients are discussed. (3 credits)