Drug Use and Abuse

HLTH 045 | High School Course

This course helps students understand why people use drugs, how they use them, and what types of drugs are commonly abused. Because drugs can affect any of us, this course raises awareness about drug use and abuse.

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Course Outline

1. Drug Basics - The Nature of Addiction
2. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Abuse of Prescription Drugs
3. Illicit Drugs, Treatment, and Prevention

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