3.00 Credits
The course provides introductory knowledge of the structural model of Drug and Alcohol education. Student will be introduced to the historical, biological, cultural, medical, and psychological perspectives of drup and alcohol use, abuse and dependence. The various drug classifications will be discussed along with the physiological, psychological and physical effects of each substance. Etiology, diagnosis, interventions, treatment (s) and prevention of drug and alcohol use/abuse/dependence will be explored. The disease model of addiction as it pertains to children, adolescents and adults of various cultures and diversityes will be discussed.