Undergraduate Catalog 2007-2008
UDM Academic PoliciesCourse DescriptionsList of All ProgramsFaculty


ADS 100 Introduction to Substance Abuse
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




Introduction to the essential physiological, psychological and social effects of drugs and chemical dependency taught from a general systems perspective. Basic psychopharmacology of the major drugs of addiction will be included.
30000

ADS 101 Alcohol and Other Drug Awareness
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




Prevention course emphasizing personal decision making, alternatives to use and abuse of substances and for positive lifestyle management. Basic information and small group discussion comprise the format.
30000

ADS 120 Assessment, Referral and Treatment Methods
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 100
PYC 100



Identification of medical and behavioral symptoms of alcohol/other drug abuse and addiction. Differential diagnosis emphasizing dual and multiple diagnoses, systematic referral, interviewing techniques and treatment methods.
30000

ADS 199 Independent Study
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




10000

ADS 241 Techniques of Individual Counseling
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 120
PYC 341



Theory and practice of one-to-one counseling and didactic lecturing with emphasis on substance abuse and mental illness. Concentration on professional ethics.
30000

ADS 242 Addiction Counseling Internship
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 241
PYC 342



Supervised clinical experience of 300 hrs.in a substance abuse prevention or treatment agency. Seminar attendance required.
30000

ADS 299 Independent Study
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




20000

ADS 399 Independent Study
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




30000

ADS 417 Chemical Dependence and Youth
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 100
or equivalent


Overview of adolescence with a special emphasis on alcohol/drug use, abuse and dependence. Discussion of children of alcoholics, family, assessment and treatment with applications for school, community and criminal justice system.
30000

ADS 421 Gambling and Sexual Addiction
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:

Advanced undergraduate standing


Introduction to addiction theory. Preparation to assess and treat problem and compulsive gambling, as well as at risk and compulsive sexuality, in present and future clients.
30000

ADS 436 Family Theory & Therapy
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 241
PYC 342



Systems and other approaches to the family as a diagnostic and treatment entity. Exploration of family of origin through genogram. Particular emphasis on the chemically dependent family.
30000

ADS 443 Group Methods
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 241
PYC 342



Theory and practice of group counseling/psychotherapy with particular emphasis on addictive and dually-diagnosed populations. Class includes practicum lab and visit to Twelve Step Group meeting.
30000

ADS 444 Advanced Internship
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 436
ADS 443



Clinical placement of 400 hrs. in a prevention, treatment, or EAP agency for intensive supervised experience. Seminar attendance required.
30000

ADS 447 Employee Assistance Programming
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 100
or equivalent


Design and implementation of programs for businesses and other organizations that will effectively help employees and family members with personal problems that may be affecting their job performance.
30000

ADS 450 Prevention and Intervention in Substance Abuse
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 100
or equivalent


Multi-disciplinary approaches to prevention and early arrest. Special attention is given to educational systems and community organization.
30000

ADS 460 Spirituality and Recovery
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:
ADS 100
or equivalent


Prerequisite: ADS 100 or equivalentExploration of the connection between spirituality, addiction and recovery. Particular emphasis on pastoral counseling approaches and recovery as a process of spiritual growth.
30000

ADS 470 Qualitative Research
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:

Upper level standing.


Research course exploring several alternative qualitative methods, including phenomenology. Students are challenged to study human behavior in ways that bring fresh insights to the social sciences.
30000

ADS 495 Addictive Populations
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:

Advanced ADS standing or permission of instructor.


Capstone course integrating previous ADS course material with a multi-cultural focus and concentrating on special populations of addicts (ethnic, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, etc.) as well as special addictive behaviors (gambling, eating, sexual, work, religion, etc.)
30000

ADS 499 Independent Study
Credit HoursRecitation/Lecture HoursStudio HoursClinical HoursLab Hours

Prerequisites:




40000

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