Assesses the impact of alcohol or drug addition on individuals and their families. Research on addiction patterns, codependency, and family treatment are discussed. Special attention is given to gender and racial differences in addiction and their impact on the family. 636 Sociology of the Family 3 s.h. Involves the sociological analysis of the family from a variety of theoretical viewpoints such as functionalism, conflict theory, exchange theory, symbolic interactionism, systems theory, and developmental theory.
Special emphasis is placed on the contemporary American family.
SOC 640 Community Development and Social Policy 3 s.h. Considers strategies to improve communities economically and socially. Social policy implementation, technical assistance, and community organizing are examined, along with conflict resolution. Examines structure and exercise of corporate power. Attention is given to relationships between industry, government, and communities and the transformation of the workplace in the twentieth century.