HUSV 386: Psychology of Drug Use and Abuse

Course Description

Surveys the psychological, sociological, medical, and legal facets of the drug use and abuse problem as it affects our society today. Emphasizes societal pressures which contribute to the problem, personality characteristics of drug abusers, the drugs most commonly abused, and research upon those drugs. Examines the orthodox and unorthodox treatment and rehabilitation programs which are presently operating. 386/586