Psychological and Brain Sciences 86 - Addiction

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Dartmouth College

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09S: 10A What issues surround drug abuse Why do people risk infection, homelessness, unemployment, family and death for a shot of heroin A drink We will explore the physiological, psychological, behavioral and sociological aspects of drug addiction. Some topics we will discuss are: the effects of drugs of abuse on the brain and behavior, prevention and treatment strategies, the war on drugs, medical use of abused substances, and environmental factors that contribute to drug abuse. Prerequisites: Psychology 26 or Psychology 50 (Drugs and Behavior) or permission of instructor. Robinson.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dartmouth.edu

Phone Number:

(603) 646-1110

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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