Seminar on addictive disorders: An exploration of students’ knowledge, attitudes, and behavior

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2004

Abstract

A module-based training on addictive disorders was implemented with 46 foundation- and 78 advanced-year students. Pre-test-posttest results indicated that foundation-year students increased their knowledge of theories of addiction (p <.05). Foundation- and advanced-year students increased their knowledge of treatment approaches (p <.01). Using an instrument developed by the authors, both founda-tion-and advanced-year students reported positive attitudes and behaviors toward persons with substance abuse disorders. Advanced-year students reported increased confidence in their skills (p <.05) over time. They also reported that, to a significantly greater degree, they were able to rule out substance abuse among clients (p <.05) and to make appropriate referrals (p <.05) over time. These findings are inconsistent with an existing body of research demonstrating negative student attitudes and indifference toward clients with alcohol problems. © 2004 Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

Journal of Social Work Practice in the Addictions

First Page

3

Last Page

21

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