PSY 234 - Psychology of Addiction

Institution:

Broome Community College

Subject:

Psychology

Description:

Overview of the psychology of addictive behavior, psychophysiology of the brain and the addictive process. Addiction to alchohol, illicit drugs, over-the-counter medications, psycho-pharmaceuticals, food, gambling and sex are introduced. The impact of the addictive cycle on the individual, the family, and society as a whole is explored. Prerequisite- Corequisite Prerequisite: PSY 110 General Psychology.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

WWW.SUNYBROOME.EDU

Phone Number:

(607) 778-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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