PSYC 4233 - Psychology Of Addictions

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3 Lecture
Offered: Irregular

Theories and empirical research of both historical and current issues with respect to addictions in general are studied. Special emphasis on stages and characteristics of addiction, its course, prevalence; familial patterns and specific symptoms of addiction; and the examination of various treatment effects including effective intervention strategies.

Prerequisites: PSYC 2613 - Research Methods In Psychology and three hours upper-level psychology courses, or consent of department head