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Diagnosis and Assessment in Chemical Dependency

X132 (2 semester units in Public Health)

A requirement in the Certificate Program in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Studies

This course identifies and defines an addiction syndrome; reviews various physiological, psychological, and social variables in making a diagnosis; and discusses the legal and financial constraints in making referrals. Topics include a review of treatment alternatives and their underlying philosophies, how to match a client with the most appropriate alternative, and how to develop an effective treatment and referral plan. The use of the DSM-IV and difficulties in dual diagnosis receive special attention.

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Wed. Sept. 9, Berkeley

NANCY A. PIOTROWSKI, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist (PSY14254) and lead faculty in general psychology focusing on addictions at Capella University. She is past president of Division 50 (Addictions) of the American Psychological Association, a seasoned teacher of more than 20 years, and has conducted clinical research related to psychology and addictions for more than 25 years.

• 10 meetings
• Sept. 9 to Nov. 18: Wed., 6:30-9:30 pm (no meeting Nov. 11)
• Berkeley: Room 210, UC Berkeley Extension, 1995 University Ave.
• $385 (EDP 401182)

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