I wanted to let you know about an social work elective called
Substance Abuse and Social Services that I developed and have taught at IUB for
many years. The course is geared towards those who are interested in going into
helping professionals. In addition to my my position at IU I am also a clinical
addiction therapist, providing substance abuse counseling to individuals,
couples, groups and families for over 20 years. The course is well received
and I would be happy to provide referrals from former students. Also Ms.
Mary Lou Kennedy Hosek (mhosek@indiana.edu) currently
senior academic advisor for political science would be would be happy to
provide a recommendation as she has had many of her students take my class.
Below is a course overview:
The purpose of this course is to give students an overview of the
field of addiction (alcohol & drugs) including discussion of several
conceptual models and theories. The course focuses on self-help groups,
assessment procedures, and current intervention strategies. Students are given
an opportunity to explore special issues in the field among oppressed
minorities and their findings with other students. Emphasis will also be
placed on introducing students to the particular culture and ideologies that
contribute to the provision of services in the field of
addictions. A brief overview on other addictions (gambling, sex, food)
will be presented
Judy L. Malschick
Associate Faculty
Indiana University
School of Social Work
1127 Atwater
Bloomington, IN. 47401
