5945 (v.5) Addiction Studies 503
| Area: | School of Psychology |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 4.0 |
| Lecture: | 1 x 4 Hours Weekly |
| Prerequisite(s): | 5941 (v.6) Addiction Studies 501 or any previous version
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| Syllabus: | Theory and practice of the prevention of drug related problems. Models of prevention - harm reduction, systems approach, social policy and control of supply, health promotion and education approaches, and social learning models. Mass media, advertising, government controls. Applications to special groups. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Define various prevention objectives. Explain the theoretical base of prevention. Devise a comprehensive systems-oriented prevention plan |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | No prescribed references. |
| Unit Texts: | Ryder D., Salmon A. and Walker N., (2001), Drug Use and Related Harm - A Delicate Balance, Melbourne, IP Communications. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Major Essay 50%. Written Reports (2) 50%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
CRICOS provider code 00301J
