Covered are the psychological and physiological effects of alcohol and other abused drugs, the nature of addiction, substance abuse as a family condition. Alcoholics Anonymous and other self-help groups and programs and treatments modalities are addressed. CR 3 Lecturer Philip Watkins. Not available in Aroostook and Washington Counties. Emphasis on ways in which individuals and groups are affected by community dynamics.
Students participate in a community project.
Students will explore the delicate balance between individual rights and community responsibility, and how computers and virtual communities on the Internet contribute to the dynamic tensions around identity, freedom, privacy, censorship, governance, property, personal security, gender, sexuality, and diversity. This course is delivered by computer conferencing and World Wide Web resources. Computers are available at sites and centers statewide. This is an introductory lecture and laboratory course designed to introduce students to basic microcomputer concepts and their application to education, business and the home environment. This course is an exploration of the ever-changing area of alcohol and drug abuse from a local, national and international viewpoint.