COU 125 - Impact of Substance Use on Families

    Recent Professors
    Elizabeth A. Fedor
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course examines methods of assisting significant others whose lives are affected by substance use. The profile of addicted persons and dynamics such as denial, codependency, and enabling on the part of family, employer, and friends will be covered. Ethics and scope of practice for alcohol and drug counselors are addressed in this course. Intervention and treatment skills in counseling families are learned and practiced through class exercises. This course may also be taken for non-credit (see COU557).
    Usually Held
    Thu 6:00pm–9:50pm