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DAAC 1304 - Pharmacology of Addiction


3 Credits (3 hrs. lec.) Emphasizes pharmacological effects of addiction, tolerance, dependence, cross addiction, drug interaction, withdrawal, and recovery. Describes the psychological and physiological effects of substance use and behaviors. Prerequisite: None
Course Outcomes
1 - Differentiate and explain the stages of drug use and addiction.
2 - Identify the components of the central nervous system and explain their general functions in relation to drug use.
3 - Explain the physiological and psychological effects of drugs or addictive behavior on the major systems of the body.
4 - Identify classes and schedules of psychoactive drugs.
5 - Define terms common to drug use, misuse, abuse and dependence.