BHAV 212 Introduction to Chemical Dependency

5 credits

The student will examine the effects of psychoactive drugs, theories of addiction, and major classes of drugs. The student will learn to effectively address chemical dependency issues in the social service environment.

Prerequisites: ABED 040 (or placement into MATH 087 or higher) and ABED 046 (or placement into ENGL 093 or higher) or instructor permission

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Define psychoactive drugs and chemical dependency
Explain the physiological and psychological effects of psychoactive drugs
Analyze chemical dependency risk factors within diverse population groups
Identify protective factors that reduce the risk for drug abuse
Analyze major theories of addiction
Explain major classifications of drugs including depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens , and the acute and chronic effects of a variety of drugs in each class
Evaluate the dynamics of drug interactions
Apply diagnostic criteria for chemical dependency
Compare and contrast the various forms of treatments for chemical dependency
Apply research to maintain currency in legal and ethical issues applicable to chemical dependency prevention, intervention, and treatment

Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 50