DDX102 Introduction to Dual Diagnosis
This course will explore current models for identification, assessing and treating clients with coexisting psychiatric and addictive disorders. Assessment and clinical/case management skills will be reviewed in the context of DSM IV criteria. Treatment planning in the light of treatment matching and managed care models for psychiatric/ substance dependence will be reviewed. The concepts of craft and professional training will be highlighted. Additionally, students' attitudes and beliefs regarding this population will be discussed.