SYG 2324 - Drugs and Society

Institution:

College of the Florida Keys

Subject:

SYG - Sociology

Description:

This course deals with the history, mechanisms of action, short- and long-term effects, side effects, and uses and abuses of drugs that affect behavior. The drugs considered are alcohol, major and minor tranquilizers, antidepressants and stimulants, including cocaine, amphetamines and other drugs of abuse. The course also explores drug policy and regulations and introduces you to theories of substance abuse prevention, alcohol and other drug addiction and provides an overview of treatment options.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.fkcc.edu

Phone Number:

(305) 296-9081

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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