Taught By:
Danielle Walker
Adjunct Instructor
Social Work Department
Pacific University
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Course Description:
An introduction to the dynamics of addiction and related issues in society. It focuses on the problems associated with addictions and the interaction of multiple micro and macro systems that increase both risk and resilience with clients. This course will use a trauma-informed, ecosystems approach. The dimensions of diversity and the unique impact of age, class, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, immigration status, political ideology, race, religion, sex and sexual orientation are also considered.
