Open to degree candidates only. Open to degree candidates only. Includes use and methods of interviewing, integration of a psychological test battery, including intelligence, personality and projective tests. Considers the role of examiner and psychological reports in team evaluations. A study of the major themes of alcohol use and abuse in the United States.
Attention is given to theories of causation, both socio-cultural and personal.
Prominent theories of intervention and treatment are discussed in detail. Assumes a basic knowledge of alcoholism, and is a detailed study of the major types of treatment alternatives and stages of treatment. Discusses research in treatment effectiveness. Examines attitudes, stereotypes and prejudices. Examines therapeutic group process and select issues such as group composition, thematic group issues and therapeutic interventions.