HMS- 61 — Evaluation of Narcotics and Controlled Substances

Description: An introduction to the principles of understanding drugs, drug effects, and drug policy. Emphasis on theories of drug use their effects on the individual, patterns of drug use and drug prevention and treatment programs. Policies regulating both legal and illegal drug use in the United States and in other countries, and trends. 54.00 hours lecture. (Letter grade or Pass/No Pass option)