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Sociology: Drugs & Society
SOC 057 OL1 (CRN: 61410)
3 Credit Hours—Seats Available!
About SOC 057 OL1
Patterns of illicit drug distribution, use, abuse, and control in contemporary society. Examines the interaction of cultural, social, psychological, and physiological factors in prohibited drug-taking.
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Dates: May 24 - June 18, 2021
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Section Description
The course focuses on drug use and abuse as a social--rather than as a medical or psychopathological--phenomenon. Topics include the history of drug use and drug legislation, the psychology and sociology of drug use, the drug business, drug laws and enforcement, U.S. and global drug policy, and, most of all, a detailed look at the current opioid crisis in the U.S.
Section Expectation
Active participation throughout the duration of the course, on-time preparation and posting of concluded assignments, and a willingness to consider new ideas.
Evaluation
Students will be evaluated on the basis of several objective exams, postings to a discussion group, and one optional paper.
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