Addictive Disorder and Substance Abuse Care

Addictive Disorder and Substance Abuse Care (5 cr)

Code: SO21ESAI4-3003

General information

Enrollment

02.12.2023 - 01.12.2024

Timing

01.01.2024 - 31.12.2024

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Faculty of Health and Welfare

Teaching languages

Svenska

Degree programmes

Degree Programme in Social Services

Teachers

Luisa Tast

Teacher in charge

Luisa Tast

Groups

USO21FE-Å
Socionom (YH), h21, e-socionom, Åbo
USO22FE-Å
Socionom (YH), h22, e-socionom, Åbo
USO23FE-Å
Socionom (YH), h23, e-socionom, Åbo
USO24FE-Å
Socionom (YH), h24, e-socionom, Åbo

Objective

The student:
- can identify risks and resources in relation to addictive disorder.
- has knowledge of the legislation in substance abuse care and can guide in the substance abuse care service system.
- can apply resource-enhancing methods to individuals, families and groups.
- is able to reflect critically on ethical aspects in relation to addictive disorder and substance abuse clients.

Content

- the physical, mental and social risks of addictive disorder
- turning points, motivation and social networks as a resource for change management
- national and global trends
- substance abuse care legislation and forms of service
- co-dependency
- treatment methods, self-help groups, digital forms of support and interprofessional work

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

None

Study Guide