2018-2019 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

PSYC 478 - Drugs and Addiction


Credits: Three (3)
Prerequisite: PSYC-101 or PSYC 202H; and CRIM 102
This course examines substance abuse and addiction through the lenses of psychology and criminal justice, examining both why individuals abuse drugs and the role of this activity in criminal behavior. The psychological and biological theories explaining drug abuse and addition will be covered. We will also examine the impacts of drug abuse and addiction on crime
Cross-listed: CRIM-478