Graduate Education Institute · Social Work · Master
Course Objective
The aim of this course is to help students understand the dynamics of substance addiction in adolescents and adults, to gain knowledge about the techniques that can be used in working with addicts, and to gain the necessary equipment for micro, mezzo and macro level intervention by addressing substance addiction in the context of the individual, family, social environment and policy
Course Content
In the course, you will learn key concepts related to the field of addiction, examine the development and course of the addiction problem, and discuss the causes and consequences of addiction in the context of various theories.
Required Resources
Cılga, İ. "National Policy and Strategy Priorities in Combating Drugs and Substance Use" Society and Social Work, 2009; 20(1):7-2
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Midterm | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meeting and Discussing the Course Content | - |
| 2 | Introduction to Substance Abuse: Basic Concepts and Diagnostic Criteria | - |
| 3 | Addictive substances and their effects | - |
| 4 | Theoretical models of addiction, risk and protective factors perspective | - |
| 5 | Addiction and Family | - |
| 6 | The process of change in addiction: Stages of Change and social work intervention | - |
| 7 | Midterm | - |
| 8 | Motivational Interviewing | - |
| 9 | Prevention and social work practices in addiction | - |
| 10 | Addiction treatment and social work practices | - |
| 11 | Rehabilitation Programs and the Concept of Reintegration in Addiction | - |
| 12 | Substance abuse policy: A rights-based approach | - |
| 13 | Film Screening and Discussion | - |
| 14 | Final Exam | - |