COUN 7720 - Gambling Addiction

Credit Hours: 3

This course is designed for graduate students interested in working in community based human service systems and school counseling positions. Although directly applicable for those interested in the field of Problem Gambling/Gambling Addiction, alcohol and other drug rehabilitation treatment, the course material is also important for training professionals dealing with any target population. Since Problem Gambling/Gambling Addiction is inherent in all sectors of our society, it is important for human service professionals to understand Gambling Addiction and other Impulse Control Disorders, the dynamics of addiction and the special problems experienced by affected individuals.