PS 4501 - Understanding Trauma and Addiction

This course will look at trauma and its impact on addiction and recovery. One of the reasons given by those addicted is it is a way of dealing with some trauma event. Whether dealing with returning war veterans, those abused as children, or those with other family issues, using a substance to avoid a problem seems to be a consistent trend. This course will look at trauma and different ways to help treat the individuals who are addicted deal with these traumatic events. Credits: 4