Study Guide

Objective

The students will be able to
- know different theories and concepts in substance abuse and addictions
- know the legislation and policies related to substance abuse and addictions
- know different services in substance abuse (treatment)
- apply different methods in identifying substance abuse and addictions
- apply different work methods and advanced counselling skills in work with people with substance abuse problems
- use family and community based methods in work with substance abusers

Content

Contents
- Theories and concepts of substance abuse, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, drugs, addictions, game addiction
- Legislation and services
- Different treatment approaches
- Methods in identifying substance abuse or addiction
- Work methods and advanced counselling skills in work with people with substance abuse and addictions problems
- Preventive, family and community based work models in work with substance abuse and addictions