AD 105 - Aging & Addiction

Institution:

Portland Community College

Subject:

Description:

Covers drug and alcohol addiction among older adults, including prescription and other drugs and alcohol, used either along or in combination. As tolerance to the effects of alcohol and other drugs decline, aging adults have higher risk factors. Addresses issues specific to aging, including late onset addiction, effects of use on performance of activities of daily living, treatment issues and co-occuring disorders such as depression or other chronic illnesses. A multicultural perspective is used, including the role of social class and gender issues.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pcc.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 244-6111

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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