Disordered Gambling (AS 3760 00)

Term: 2025-26 Winter

Faculty

Carla J Spight Mackey
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Schedule

Fri, 5:30 PM - 9:25 PM (2/20/2026 - 2/20/2026) Location: ONLN ONLN ONLN
Sat, 8:30 AM - 5:25 PM (2/21/2026 - 2/21/2026) Location: ONLN ONLN ONLN

Description

An introduction to the dynamics of gambling as an addictive behavior: types of gambling opportunities, the scope of the problem, types of gamblers, contemporary screening and assessment instruments, co-morbidity with alcohol dependence, intervention strategies, and multi-faceted family issues. At-risk populations, such as adolescents and older adults, are highlighted.