Sociology of substance abuse (doctoral studies)

Pre-requisites: Condition of registration: Exam "Sociology of mental disorders" passed.

Course objectives: The goal of this course is to make doctoral students familiar with sociology of dependency disorders - sociology of alcoholism and substance abuse.

Course description: Topics engaged with: theories of phenomenology and etymology of chemical dependence disorders (alcoholism and drug abuse), with special emphasis on sociological and socio-cultural theories and studies; epidemiology and consequences of substance abuse, both individual and social; prevention programs in Europe, USA and Serbia; economic factors regarding rehabilitation, social security, etc.

Learning Outcomes: Studying and exploring sociological theories about alcohol abuse and different rehabilitation models, the students will also be enabled to participate in establishing prevention strategies and programs.

Sociology of substance abuse (doctoral studies)

Pre-requisites: Condition of registration: Exam "Sociology of mental disorders" passed.

Course objectives: The goal of this course is to make doctoral students familiar with sociology of dependency disorders - sociology of alcoholism and substance abuse.

Course description: Topics engaged with: theories of phenomenology and etymology of chemical dependence disorders (alcoholism and drug abuse), with special emphasis on sociological and socio-cultural theories and studies; epidemiology and consequences of substance abuse, both individual and social; prevention programs in Europe, USA and Serbia; economic factors regarding rehabilitation, social security, etc.

Learning Outcomes: Studying and exploring sociological theories about alcohol abuse and different rehabilitation models, the students will also be enabled to participate in establishing prevention strategies and programs.