HS 102 Psychopharmacology

Students will be introduced to the behavioral, psychological, physical and social effects of psychoactive substances on the individual user as well as the family and society. Students will learn basic pharmacology and about commonly abused drugs. Models of treatment for substance use and disorders will be explored including issues related to diverse cultures, lifestyles, gender and the needs of special populations. This class is accepted by MHACBO to meet certification requirements for alcohol & drug counselors.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify the categories of commonly abused psychoactive substances
2. Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of commonly abused psychoactive substances
3. Incorporate relevant needs of culturally diverse groups, into treatment contexts
4. Describe the most generally accepted and evidence based models prevention and treatment for addiction and other substance-related problems
5. Examine the intersectionality of social, political, economic, and cultural context within which addiction and substance abuse exists, including risk and resiliency factors