Drugs, Society, and Behavior	Course description
Course Home Page Requirements Schedule and Readings Goals of the course Oral argument Schedule Debate Guidelines Avoiding plagiarism Paper Style Guide Books and references Course description Getting in Touch	The use and abuse of licit and illicit drugs is a major public health problem facing American society. Still, experts disagree on issues of prevention, causation, and treatment. This seminar will help students understand the complexity of the problem and its possible solutions. What is the relative effectiveness of education programs versus interdiction and law enforcement in reducing substance abuse? Would the legalization of certain drugs help solve current problems? To what extent are factors such as heredity, environment, and an individual's personality involved in chemical addiction? Does drug testing violate civil rights? Is AA the best treatment for alcoholism?