SW
415
Prevention of Substance Use Disorders
4 cr.
(4-0-0)
- Offered: Winter
- Prerequisites: Junior standing or instructor's permission.
- Bulletin Year: 2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Bulletin
Perspectives on conceptualizing substance use, misuse and addiction are explored in a variety of historical, cultural and global contexts. Emphasis is placed on understanding the reasons for problematic substance use and social constructs that contribute to substance use. A variety of prevention tools are explored throughout the course, as well as social policies that perpetuate and conversely, prevent substance use.