MEDI6130

Basis of Drug/Alcohol Problems

10 Units 6000 Level Course

Available in 2014

WebLearn GradSchool Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

Provides an overview of alcohol and other drug use and drug related problems viewed from a range of perspectives including biopsychosocial, pharmacology, medicine and epidemiology. Neuroadaption, prevention and treatment are also introduced. Emphasises skills for critically analysing sources of information about drugs.

Objectives Develop core knowledge and analytical skills for understanding alcohol and other drug and drug problems in individuals and groups in their social contexts. On completion, students will be able to:
a) demonstrate the ability to think critically about alcohol and other drug use and associated problems and critically analyse sources of information;
b) describe and critique models of alcohol and other drug use;
c) describe commonly used psychoactive drugs and their effects;
d) discuss patterns of alcohol and other drug use;
e) discuss the impact of alcohol and other drug use on individuals and families;
f) discuss approaches to prevention of drug related problems;
g) discuss current psychological and medical trends in treatment for drug problems.
Content 1. Profile of contemporary alcohol and other drug issues
2. Drug effects: pharmacology of psychoactive drugs
3. Models of alcohol and other drug use
4. Epidemiology of alcohol and other drug use
5. Overview of treatment for alcohol and other drug problems
Replacing Course(s) N/A
Transition N/A
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge There is no formal prerequisite for this subject. Experience working in an alcohol or other drug setting is advantageous.
Modes of Delivery Distance Learning : IT Based
Distance Learning : Paper Based
External Mode
Teaching Methods Email Discussion Group
Self Directed Learning
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments
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Contact Hours Self Directed Learning: for 6 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Email Discussion Group: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for MEDI6130