This course will be offered online in the Spring 2011 semester as an extension course. Unless overridden by the instructor, the course will be restricted to extension students. The description is approved by the instructor. After Spring 2011, use for general information only.
Course Descriptions
GLS 592: Understanding the Nature of Addiction
Instructor: Larry Ferrell
This course will review all aspects of addiction, addictive substances, and current theories addressing substance abuse treatment. The student will gain an understanding of how addiction develops psychologically and physiologically. The student will understand the process of substance abuse treatment, it limitations and strengths. Finally, the student will understand the process of relapse and relapse prevention.
Last Update: February 8, 2010
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