HUS 125 - Introduction to Substance Use Disorder

3 CR

This introductory course in human services is designed with an overview of substance use disorders. The course will explore the substance use disorder continuum of prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery. Areas of focus include use of drugs historically, routes of drug administration, absorption, craving, intoxication, misuse, tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal. The course is designed to include classifications of substances consistent with the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders (DSM) and looks at the holistic impact of substance misuse and substance use disorders on individuals, families, and communities. The course will include the treatment and support of people with co-occurring conditions, primarily the co-occurrence of substance use disorders in conjunction with mental health conditions and/or medical conditions.