Hilbert College HS 102 Introduction to Chemical Dependency Fall 2024, Start Date 10/28/24

This course offers an overview of addictive behaviors pertaining to substance use disorders. Students will learn about the prevalent models of addiction, major categories of commonly used substances, their epidemiology (incidence and prevalence rates), etiology (origin), the psychological and physiological effects, and age-related substance use and abuse. Students will also be introduced to available interventions and treatment options.