PSY 425 Foundations of Prevention Science
This course provides an overview of prevention science approaches and the interdisciplinary nature of this field. Although topics may vary, examples of issues covered include substance abuse use, mental health, juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, violence, trauma, human trafficking, and poverty. Additionally, an overview of prevention science practices, policies, and programs focused on identifying risk factors and building protective factors to reduce adverse outcomes and promote well-being will be covered. Examples of topics covered include but are not limited to levels of prevention, logic model development, identification and application of prevention frameworks and theories, planning and implementation strategies, and identifying evidence-based/evidence informed practices, programs, policies, and strategies.