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CAS 439 - Exploring Gambling Behaviors

(3 units)
Explores the history, prevalence and etiology of problem gambling. Investigates stages of progression, effects on families and relationships to other addictions.

Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing.

Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course:
1. Students will be able to recognize and express definitions, historical events, and social impacts of recreational, social and disordered gambling.
2. Students will be able to describe the continuum of gambling and the impact on the individual from a Bio-Psycho-Socio-Spiritual perspective.
3. Students will be able to identify the signs and symptoms of disordered gambling as defined in the DSM-5 categories.
4. Students will be able to detail treatment and support options including assessment tools, treatment approaches and self-help groups for disorders gambling concerns for gamblers and others.
5. Students will be able to identify the impact of gambling disorders on the family, workplace, and community including any legal issues that might arise.


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