ADDS 526 - The Adolescent Substance Abuser

Institution:

Governors State University

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Description:

Offered in both lecture and televised formats. Examines the prevalence of substance use and abuse in the schools; the etiology of such use/abuse; the pharmacology of abusable drugs as it relates to the physiological, psychological, and social development of youth; and methods of preventing, intervening, and/or treating substance use/abuse among youth and adolescents. Designed for teachers, counselors, and administrators in K-12 schools, as well as parents and other interested members of the community.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.govst.edu

Phone Number:

(708) 534-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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