COURSES CURRENTLY TAUGHT

 

The History of Social Welfare and the Social Work Profession

Social Work Perspectives on Psychopathology

Critical Issues in Chemical Dependence

Ethical Issues in Social Work Practice

Mentor for International and Traditional Independent Studies

Traditional

“Examining the Relationship Between Inpatient Treatment for Chemical Dependency, Shame, and Self-Esteem” – Committee Member, Masters Thesis – N. Zmuda – 2008

“Practical Implications of Using Psychodrama with Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse” – T. Berkheiser – 2006

“Relapse Treatment of Chemically Dependent Women Utilizing Psychodrama, Sociometry, and Gestalt Techniques” – C. Steppe – 2006

“The Impact of Psychotropic Medication on the Treatment of Mental Illness: An Historic Perspective” – C. Ivkovic – 2006

“Social Services and the Community: An Assessment of Demographics and Social Relationships” – D. Guilfoyle – 2005

“Bipolar Disorder Treatment Options” – J. Wallace – 2005

“An Analysis of Approaches for Teaching Social Welfare Policy – A Case Study Approach” – J. Lewis (Ph.D. student) – 2004

“Critical Issues in Dual Disorders: Chemical Dependence and Mental Illness” – J. Tinker – 2003

“Native American & Jew: A Cultural Reflection on Traditional Healing” – J. Yarvis – 2003

“Ethical Issues in Social Work Practice” – R. Hettich – 2003 

“Social Work Practice with the Dually Diagnosed” – C. Mott – 2002

“The Current State of Education for International Social Work in Schools of Social Work in the United States” – Committee Member, Master’s Thesis – N. Ahmed – 2002

 “Psychopathology of Children & Adolescents: Implications for Social Work Practice” – M. Natoli - 2001

 “Social Work Perspectives on Psychopathology” – E. Roxberry & L. Hall– 2001

 “The Gay & Lesbian Culture in the Lehigh Valley: A Video Documentary” – S.T. Libby – 2000

 “An Epigenetic Understanding of the Impact of Cross-Cultural Experience on Human Development” – Sr. M.E. Higgins, IHM – 1998

 “Managed Care: Its Impact on the Mental Health System, Providers, Consumers, and Society” – M. Menin – 1997

 

International

“Personal Reflections of the Journey to Overcome Addiction in Northern Ireland” – K. Kneeland – 2007

“Examining Children’s Hospice and Palliative Care Needs: Comparing American Systems with Rachel House Children’s Hospice in Kinross, Scotland” – K. Giamportone – 2007

“War: A Student’s International Experience Working with Troops Returning from Combat” – K Bauer – 2006

“Religion/Spirituality and How this Affects Substance Abuse Treatment in the U.S. and Northern Ireland” – M. Buckley-Hamm – 2004

“Cultural Variations of Chemical Abuse, Treatment, and Recovery in Ireland and North America” – L. Wilcocks – 2004

“Toynbee Hall: A History of Volunteerism and Program Change” – J. deManincor – 2004

“Substance Abuse in the United States and Northern Ireland” – L. Foote – 2002

“Chemical Dependence: Modalities of Treatment and Denial; U.S. and Northern Ireland” – D. Aton - 2002

“Comparison of Northern Ireland Healthcare to American Healthcare” – T. Solan – 2001

“Training Needs and Staff Development Interests in Northern Ireland and the United States: A Comparative Study” – D.L. Wilson – 2000

“Drug Misuse in Northern Ireland” – J.N. Snyder – 2000

“Treatment Issues Affecting Substance Abusing Women in the U.S. & Northern Ireland” – J.P. King – 1999

“Alcoholism in Northern Ireland” – M.K. Bellizia (video of in-service presentation and paper) - 1999

“Camping as a Modality for Special Needs Children: Learning from the Past” – A.L. Hoodem - 1998

“Alcoholism in Northern Ireland” – J. Roberts – 1998