HS205 Counseling Special Populations

This course examines addiction, substance use and abuse from an adolescent, female, and male point of view. Explores assessment and treatment planning appropriate for adolescents (including ethical and legal ramifications), models of treatment and recovery specific to the needs of women and the relationship of substance abuse to social issues, and the biological, cultural, and sociological origins of male roles for understanding the mental health, sexuality, addiction, and criminal behavior of men. Also details essential elements of a treatment model for boys and men.

Credits

3

Offered

Offered as needed