HSV 530 - Biology of Addiction

3 Credits

This course will cover the biological effects of alcohol and drugs on human organ systems, particularly the nervous, digestive, excretory and reproductive systems. The course will also discuss the psychopharmacology of addictions and related medical consequences, such as AIDS/HIV and Hepatitis C. In addition, the course will cover the psychological and sociological consequences associated with these conditions. Furthermore, the use of drugs in both therapeutic and pathologic situations will be explored, and general modalities of recovery will be discussed.