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PSYC Courses:
PSYC 2006 - Introduction to Addiction

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(5 credits)

Students in this course are introduced to the nature of addiction and the impairment in individuals who suffer from addictions. It includes a review of theories on substance disorders and approaches to identification, prevention, and treatment. Topics include historical perspectives, diagnoses, types of addictive behaviors, treatment, and current research.

BS in Psychology

Pre-requisites

  • PSYC 1001 or PSYC 1001Y
  • PSYC 2000

All Other Programs

Pre-requisites

  • PSYC 1001 or PSYC 1001Y
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.