New IGNOU BSWE-06 Help Book Substance Abuse and Counseling in English – BSW Substance Abuse Latest Edition Guide and Study Material.

Block 1 – Factual Information an Substance Abuse
Relevance of Substance Abuse and HIV/AIDS
Commonly Used Drugs and Target Groups
Extent of Prevalence of Substance Abuse and Trafficking in India
The Drug Scenario: Global, Regional and National

Block 2 – Substance Abuse and its Implications
Link between Alcohol, Drugs, STDs and HIV—its Relevance in the Present Day Context
Consequences of Substance Abuse on the Individual
Impact of Substance Abuse on Family and on National Development
The Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985 (NDPS Act, 1985)
Drug Demand and Supply Reduction

Block 3 – Prevention and Treatment of Alcohol & Drugs
Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Dependence
Empowering through Education, Counselling, Referral Services and Community Responses
Role of NGOs, National and International Bodies on Prevention and Control
Developing Skills and Competencies for Intervention Strategies

Block 4 – Basics of Communication
Importance and Relevance of Information, Education and Communication (IEC) for HIV
Communication-Concepts, Types and Process
Traditional and Modern Media of Communication
Interpersonal, Group and Mass Communication
Use of Media for Promotion of HIV/AIDS and Family Education

Block 5 – Basics of Counselling
Introduction to Counselling
Processes Involved in Counselling
Supportive and Behavioural Techniques in Counselling
Cognitive and Psychoanalytical Techniques in Counselling
Practical Issues Involved in Counselling

Block 6 – Counselling in HIV and Family Matters
STD and HIV/AIDS Counselling
Family and Premarital Counselling
Counselling on Sexuality and Sensitive Issues
Existing Trends in Counselling Services in India