CJSP 2165 - Substance Abuse and Serial Predators

Institution:

Minnesota State College Southeast

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Description:

The substance abuse portion provides an overview of alcohol/drug abuse and addiction. This course will explore topics related to alcohol/drug abuse which impact life areas such as physical and psychological health, relationships with family and friends, and impact on community/society. Review of addiction theories, the history of drug abuse laws, drug categories, classifications and their effects, diagnosis of alcohol/drug abuse and dependency, physiological impact of alcohol/drugs, and strategies for prevention and intervention will be included. The serial predators' portion provides an overview of predatory serial offenders in terms of basic concepts, theories of causation, and types of crime they engage in. Special attention will be paid to stalking, sex crimes, and serial murder. The influence of media, case analysis and profiling, and victim impact will be discussed. (Prerequisites: Writing College Level Placement and Introduction to Criminal Justice) (3 credits: 3 lecture/0 lab)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.southeastmn.edu

Phone Number:

(507) 453-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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