HSP 3430 - Addictive Behaviors

Credits: 3 (3 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): ENG 1010, ENG 1020, HSP 1010, and HSP 2030; or permission of instructor

Description: This course provides a detailed study of specific addictive behavior patterns and the most common treatment methods. The range of addictions studied includes a variety of non-substance-using behaviors, such as gambling and eating disorders, as well as addictions involving substances. This course will help students clarify a theory of addiction, gain knowledge about the etiology of specific addictions and be introduced to current treatment approaches utilized in the field.