2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
    May 24, 2024  
2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 0562 - Alcoholism: Causes, Effects and Treatment


Credits: 3

The objectives of this course are to explain and interpret the dynamics, research and most effective treatment modalities for alcoholism. Included are the physiological causes of alcoholism, common psychological denominators, defenses, the progression and the recovery-relapse of the alcoholic. The alcoholic family as a unit to be treated is considered also.

Prerequisites: PSYC 0101 Introduction to Psychology or permission of instructor.