Psychology and Treatment of Alcoholism courses

Psychology and Treatment of Alcoholism courses

This course looks at whether alcoholism is truly a genetic illness in which the individual cannot be held responsible for their actions, or whether he/she became addicted through weakness. It investigates and addresses the theory of the addictive personality and the psychology of the addictive mind.

Alcoholism can be diagnosed accurately and its progression can be predicted. Empathising and working with the alcoholic can lead to successful treatment of the disease, freeing the true personality of the individual.

See also Alcohol and Drug Counselling.

Course Subjects

10 Lessons
  • The Facts of Alcoholism
  • Dynamics of Recovery
  • Pattern Recognition & Family Support
  • Physical Symptoms & Disease States
  • Patterns of Thought & Behaviour
  • Alcohol Dependence Syndrome
  • Alcohol Related Brain Damage
  • Id, Ego & the Alcoholic Mind Set
  • Alcohol & Depression
  • Relapse Flashpoints
  • Diagnosis
  • Withdrawal

Students obtaining 70% or more marks in the final examination will be awarded the BSY Professional Certificate of Merit in Psychology and Treatment of Alcoholism.