Academic education in addictology (addiction science) in the Czech Republic: Analysis of the (pre-1989) historical origins:

[摘要] BackgroundIn the Czech Republic, education in addiction science consists of a distinctive and interconnected system of non-medical healthcare education on the Bachelor's (Bc) and Master's (MA) levels, followed by a doctoral study programme (PhD). Addictology (addiction science) as a new term is defined as a distinct and independent field of scientific inquiry on addictive behaviours and the risk environment of substance use, aiming at scientific and professional excellence relevant to society.AimsThis case study seeks to identify, describe and explain important events in shaping the historical context of the Czech education and research programmes in addictology.DesignThe historical review is based on qualitative content analysis of central written documents.ResultsIn the 19th century Czech territory, problematic alcohol use was addressed through self-help activities in the second half of the nineteenth century. During the 1950s and 1960s, a new generation of Czech psychiatrists emerged with an interest i...

[学科分类] 生物化学/生物物理

[关键词] academic study programme;historical review;addictology;addiction science;education;content analysis