Substance Use, Abuse, and Dependence

Catalog description

Substance Use, Abuse, and Dependence explores historical and sociological perspectives on the use, abuse, and dependence of psychoactive drugs. It presents an overview of the physiological processes and impacts on the person, including risk factors related to addiction. The course is designed to understand the interdisciplinary approach to treatment and prevention. Identifying the impact of substance abuse in current life situations and the effects of continued use and abuse is also explored.