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ADS 5030 Directed Study
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The independent study is designed to support a specific area of student inquiry related to addiction studies. The parameters of the independent study must be authorized by the supervising faculty member. | 1 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5090 Drugs and Behavior
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Introduction to the essential physiological, psychological and social effects of chemical dependence taught from a general systems perspective. Basic psychopharmacology of both addictive and psychotherapeutic drugs will be included. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5110 Theories of Addiction
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5090 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
This second course in a series of three presumes a basic understanding of the various drugs of addiction. It is a reflective exploration of the personal and social meaning of addiction and a critical appraisal of the theories developed to explain it. An important diagnostic component is included in the course. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5120 Recovery Processes
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5110 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
This third course in a series of three graduate courses concerned with addictions. This one focuses on recovery, with particular emphasis on treatment methods, relapse prevention, community resources, and special populations. A laboratory component is included. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5170 Chemical Dependence and Youth
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5090 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
An overview of chemical dependence with special emphasis on youth. Physiological, psychological, medical, and social aspects of abuse and addiction. Discussion of children of alcoholics, impact on the family, and assessment and treatment with applications for school, community, and legal professions. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5210 Gambling and Sexual Addiction
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A graduate introduction to addiction theory with specific application to compulsive gambling and sexuality so that students are prepared to effectively assess and treat those suffering from compulsive gambling and sexuality. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5360 Family Theory and Therapy
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5090 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Systems theory drawn from social and behavioral sciences with a view toward considering the entire family as a diagnostic and treatment entity. Special application to the addictive family. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5430 Advanced Group Methods
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5090 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
The theory and practice of group counseling/psychotherapy with particular emphasis upon addictive and dually-diagnosed populations. Class functions as a practice lab. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5470 Employee Assistance Programming
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Design and implementation of programs within businesses and institutions that will effectively help employees and family members with addictive disorders and mental/emotional problems. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5500 Prevention and Intervention of Substance Abuse
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Prerequisites:
ADS 5090 (Minimum Grade of C, May not be taken concurrently)
Multidisciplinary approaches to prevention and early arrest. Special attention to educational systems and community organization. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5600 Spirituality and Recovery
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An exploration of the connection between spirituality, addiction, and recovery. Particular emphasis on pastoral counseling approaches and recovery as a process of spiritual growth. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5700 Qualitative Research Seminar
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A research course presenting several of the newer alternative methods. Particular emphasis upon phenomenological (human science) approaches. Students will be challenged to study human behavior in ways that bring fresh insights to the social sciences. Completion of a master's research paper possible. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5710 Culminating Seminar in Addictions Studies
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A directed study course in which the student pursues library research and field interviews that will effectively prepare him/her to relate his/her profession to the prevention and treatment of addiction. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5880 Internship in Addiction Studies
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An internship or similar placement in which the student has the opportunity to practice, under supervision, that particular aspect of his/her field that relates to addictions. 300-600 clock hours required depending on program. | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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ADS 5950 Addictive Populations
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A capstone course integrating previous ADS course material with a multicultural focus and concentrating on special populations of chemical addictions (ethnic, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation) as well as special addictive behaviors (gambling, eating, sex, work, religion.) | 3 | 0 | 0 | | |
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