PIA 290 - Psychology of Addictions

Institution:

Adelphi University

Subject:

Description:

3 credits Prerequisite: PIA 101. Detailed description and analysis of the psychological factors that are involved in the use and abuse of drugs, especially “recreational” drugs. This includes analysis of the motivational and emotional processes that lead to drug use, the psychological changes brought about by drugs, the nature of physiological and psychological dependence, and the ego dynamics of addicts.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.ADELPHI.EDU

Phone Number:

(516) 877-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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