FUNDAMENTALS OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE

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This course addresses the history and politics of substance abuse; society's values and attitudes; the denial syndrome as the major factor in delaying a proper response from society, families, schools, etc.; incidence and prevalence among NJ high school students; statute and code; overview of psychopharmacology and biological effects of chemicals in the body; the disease of alcoholism; overview of the school's role and responsibilities; prevention, intervention and treatment.