HCE 643 - Psychopharmacology, Substance-Related Disorders & Integrated Co-Occurring Treatment

This course is designed to provide participants from non-scientific backgrounds with a basic understanding of the effects of licit and illicit drugs. In addition, the role of these drugs in distorting brain chemistry and promoting substance-related disorders will be explored. Relationships between co-occurring substance-related disorders and mental illnesses will be explored. Research on effectiveness of treatment and rehabilitation of persons with co-occurring disorders will be reviewed. Interactions among the biological, psychological/emotional, and behavioral aspects of substance abuse will be examined in relation to symptom reduction and identification, intervention strategies, and the treatment of substance use disorders particularly for people with mental illness.

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Credits: 3

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Course Type: Human Resources-Counseling Education