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Intro to Drug/Alchol Sub Abuse

Humanities and CommunicationSchool of Legal Studies & Social Services

Learning Objectives

1.         Demonstrate an understanding of the genetic, cultural, social, legal, and biological factors             influencing the process of chemical dependency and recovery from it.

 

2.       Describe the pharmacological and physiological factors and contribute to the addictive process.

 

3.       Discuss the various categories and classifications of drugs of abuse along with their physiological, psychological, spiritual, medical and societal consequential impacts.

 

4.       Describe the process, purpose and functions regarding a detailed drug and alcohol assessment, an accurate DSM-IV diagnosis as well as referral to the appropriate level of treatment.