Systemic Perspectives in the Treatment of Substance Use/Misuse and Addiction

1 Unit · Graduate

This course reviews distinctions of disease model vs. systemic views of addiction and treatment, discusses the markers of abuse and dependence, illuminates various therapeutic approaches, and explores the efficacy of family therapy approaches. Students develop working theoretical and clinical knowledge of addiction treatment. Issues of substance use and addiction will be explored through a social justice lens, integrating knowledge of broad cultural systems that impact the prevalence, nature, and treatment of substance use. MSMFT On-Campus.