ADD 827
Introduction To Addiction

Total Units :: 3.0

Course Outlines

This survey course provides a broad overview of the addiction field. An understanding of why psychoactive substances are used, misused, and abused will be reviewed from three perspectives: biological, psychological, and sociological providing a holistic understanding of this complex phenomenon. The five groupings of psychoactive agents will be studied along with an examination of both addiction-specific and general community resources utilized in treatment and recovery. The course concludes with an examination of at risk populations and how addiction contributes to the creation of oppression.

No Classes Currently Open for Registration

Please check back when registration opens for the next term. Spring term registration opens mid-March and Fall/Winter term registration opens mid-July. Please refer to the Schedule tab for your program to review the planned academic year schedule.

Back to previous page

Continuing Education

ADD 827
Introduction To Addiction

No Classes Currently Open for Registration

More Information

ADD 827Introduction To Addiction

No Classes Currently Open for Registration

More Information

ADD 827
Introduction To Addiction