HLTH 312 - Drugs and Public Health

4 Hour(s) Credit
Examines drug policies and laws, as well as contemporary advocacy efforts impacting drug use, misuse and prevention from a public health perspective. Motivational factors that influence the use of licit and illicit drugs are explored and the psychological, socio-cultural and pharmacological/ biochemical risk factors for abuse or dependence are identified. Systems providing effective drug education and prevention are also evaluated.
Three hours per week with enhancement.
Major Prerequisites Admission to Professional Program.
Non-Major Prerequisites (Also Prerequisite for Health Minor) HLTH 110 with C or better or permission of instructor.
May Not Receive Credit for Both HLTH 240 and HLTH 312