2026-2027 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Sep 21, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog and Student Handbook
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MHDD 218 - Substance Use Disorders and the Family System


Credits: 3
Description
This course explores the assessment and treatment of families experiencing substance use and behavioral addictions. Using a strength-based framework, students will discuss systemic approaches to understanding families experiencing addiction. The course will also provide an overview of the changing traditional family as well as the challenges of non-traditional families.  Please note - this course was previously offered as CPD 218.

Student Learning Outcomes
  1. Describe a family systems approach to substance use and behavioral addictions.
  2. Apply basic family systems theories to families.
  3. Describe strategies for assessing and treating families impacted by addiction.
  4. Explain the family’s role in relapse prevention and recovery.

Prerequisite: None 
Corequisite: None
Graded: Letter Grade



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