Intro to Addiction Studies

Catalog description

Advisory: ENG 100 or ENGL C1000 Addiction Studies investigates the sociological, psychological, and physical impacts of substanceabuse on a global scale. This course offers an introduction to many illicit and licit substances, and the treatment and prevention methodologies currently in use. Students will learn about individual drugs and drug classes. The biological and psychological characteristics of substance abuse will be closely examined. Drug use variations and the effects of culture, and current controversies in the field of addiction studies will be explored. This course is designed for students in the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program. It is required for obtaining certification from the California Board of Alcoholand Drug Counselors. (C-ID ADS 110x)