CJS 4550 - Substance Abuse and Deviance

Institution:

University of Detroit Mercy

Subject:

Criminal Justice

Description:

This class will examine various levels of substance use, to wit, use, dependency, addiction and abuse. The general perspective will be that of deviant behavior: why does society view a given behavior and given the probable stigma what motivates people to deviate? The concept of the addictive personality will be examined, as it pertains to substance use, behavioral addictions, and other deviant behaviors. CJS 454 is recommended but not required.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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