HS361 Addictions: Brain, Behavior, & Diagnosis

This course examines the biological, neurological, genetic, social, and environmental mechanisms of substance abuse and addiction. DSM-5 criteria for substance-related and addictive disorders are reviewed in addition to commonly occurring comorbid disorders. Special attention is given to increasing students’ ethical and cultural understanding of the problem. The reciprocal impact of addictions on the micro and macro systems is discussed.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

HS110 [minimum grade = C-] or PC201 [minimum grade = C-] or CJ201 [minimum grade = C-] or SO201 [minimum grade = C-]