— Biology of Drug Addiction & Abuse
Broad examination of addictive substances and their use/abuse. Topics include historical perspective, physiological effects, etiology, neurobiology of addiction and the impact of drugs on contemporary society. Intended for non-science majors.
Topics
- historical perspective
- physiological effects
- etiology
- neurobiology of addiction and the impact of drugs on contemporary society
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Broad examination of addictive substances and their use/abuse. Topics include historical perspective, physiological effects, etiology, neurobiology of addiction and the impact of drugs on contemporary society. Intended for non-science majors. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Credit Limitation(s): Not open for credit to students having completed NPB 168 . Grade Mode: Letter. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s). Credit Limitation(s): Not open for credit to students having completed NPB 168 . Grade Mode: Letter.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027