HUS 2411 - Introduction to Chemical Dependencies

3 credits
Prerequisites: HUS 1001 and HUS 1400 , both with a grade of “C” or better
This course offers a basic overview of the disease of addiction/chemical dependency, the historical perspective of addiction and disorders, DSM criteria necessary to diagnose addiction/dependence and abuse, introductory knowledge on the permanent brain chemistry, and also addresses the issue of addictions in special populations and different cultures.