HUMAN SERVICES 250

Nutritional Correlates of the Compulsive Disorders

3 credit hours

An overview of the interrelationships between physical, psychological and biochemical factors in compulsive disorders. Examines the role of nutrition in the treatment of compulsive use of sugar, caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, prescription drugs, illegal drugs and eating disorders. Students learn to make referrals for specific nutritional support programs and assist in their implementation as part of an integrated treatment approach. Prerequisites: Human Services 125 and 150 or consent of instructor. (3 lecture hours)