PSY 7307 Advanced Physiology and Pharmacology of Addiction
The biological, psychological, and sociological damage drug use can cause is explored through personal and systemic perspectives. Emphasis is on the assessment and treatment of substance use as related to the physiology and pharmacology of addiction. Substance abuse and mental health treatment issues specific to stages of recovery such as withdrawal and stabilization are addressed. Consideration is given to culture, diversity, developmental stage, and special population issues in the assessment and treatment of addiction.