CRS Acad Level: UG
Course #: EXSC3205
Credits: 3
Term: Fall, Spring
About the Course:
This course exposes students to biopsychosocial models used to explain substance use, abuse, dependency, and addiction. Students gain an understanding of genetic, physiological, and neurobiological factors contributing to alcohol use and abuse, as well as familiarity with the impact of these behaviors on the individual, the family, and the community. Specific attention is given to the roles of gender, age, culture and religious training as they relate to pattern of use. Meets the requirement for Psychology and Social Science elective.
Course offered: Fall, Spring.
