HS 201 - Addiction and the Family System

Lecture Hours: 3
Credit Hours: 3

Presents basic information regarding addiction and its effects on the whole family. Focuses on the family system and dynamics related to coping with addiction and other chronic conditions that impact the family life cycle. Introduces the major schools of family therapy including strengths-based and solution-oriented approaches.

Prerequisite: HS 101 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.