PUBH 236 - SUBSTANCE USE AND ABUSE

Institution:

Delaware State University

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Description:

Substance abuse has a major impact on individuals, families, and communities. This course will address the consumption of mind and behavior altering substances that have a negative impact on health and behavior. Social, political and legal attitudes and responses to the consumption of alcohol and use of illicit drugs has made substance abuse a highly complex public health issue. This course will examine the significance of the substance abuse issue within the criminal justice system and the debate as to whether substance abuse is a disease with genetic and biological foundations or a matter of personal choice. Credit, three hours.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.desu.edu

Phone Number:

(302) 857-6060

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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