Social Aspects of Addiction

Course Directory·SNHU PSY334 has 1 direct prerequisite, with 2 courses in its complete prerequisite tree.

Undergraduate · 3 credits

Students will analyze and evaluate the impacts of psychological and social factors on addiction development, maintenance, and recovery. Through exploring environmental impacts, mental health, and social supports, they will further develop skills needed to work in the field of addiction. Emphasis will be placed on the different types of addiction and how social structures act as risk or protective factors for the individual.