SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION
- Course
- SOWO419 - SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION
- Department
- Social Work - English - Undergraduate
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 6
- T+P+L
- 3 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Dr. Buse ÖZDİRENÇ
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
Course Description
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SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| SOWO419 Midterm Exam | Midterm | 50 |
| SOWO419 Final Exam | Final | 50 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
No course outcomes have been defined yet.
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Course Introduction and Understanding Substance Use |
| Week 2 | Types of Substances and Patterns of Use |
| Week 3 | Understanding Addiction: Biological, Psychological and Social Perspectives |
| Week 4 | Social and Environmental Factors in Substance Use |
| Week 5 | Stigma, Deviance and Substance Use |
| Week 6 | Drug Policy, Criminalization and Harm Reduction |
| Week 7 | Substance Use Across Different Populations |
| Week 8 | MIDTERM EXAMINATION PERIOD |
| Week 9 | MIDTERM EXAMINATION PERIOD |
| Week 10 | Assessment and Social Work Practice in Substance Use |
| Week 11 | Prevention, Treatment and Recovery |
| Week 12 | Family, Community and Social Support |
| Week 13 | Contemporary Issues in Substance Use and Addiction |
| Week 14 | Course Review and Final Assessment Guidance |
| Week 15 | FINAL EXAMINATION PERIOD |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Nelson, A. (2011). Social Work with Substance Users. SAGE.
- 02 Paylor, I., Measham, F., & Asher, H. (2012). Social Work and Drug Use. Open University Press / McGraw-Hill Education.
Learning Outcomes
No learning outcomes have been defined.
Program Outcomes
- P01 Has the theoretical and applied knowledge required by the dietitian profession
- P02 Uses the knowledge and skills throughout the professional life, in the protection and improvement of individual, family and community health, to prevent and treat the diseases.
- P03 Provides training and consultancy by using scientific evidence in order to increase the health level and quality of life of the society.
- P04 Have the ability of learning, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics.
- P05 Uses information technologies and specific technological equipment to the field effectively
- P06 Maintains personal and professional development with the awareness of lifelong learning.
- P07 Carries out its profession in accordance with in the line with ethical principles, legal framework and standards.
- P08 Uses the professional skills in accordance with the fundamental values and culture of the population at national and international statues.
- P09 Acts in accordance with quality management processes.
- P10 Takes a role in research, projects and activities in collaborate with the healthcare team and other disciplines.
- P11 Have the ability to follow information in the professional field and to communicate with colleagues by using Turkish and at least one foreign language.
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