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ADS5103 Understanding Addictive Behaviour
SCHOOL OF EXERCISE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
Credit Points: 20
 
Description:

This unit provides an introduction to the area of alcohol and other drug use, drug-related harm, and the philosophy of harm minimisation. A critical review of major concepts of dependency and addiction is addressed. The unit is based on social-psychological perspectives and a public health view of drug use and drug-related harm.



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This Unit is part of the following Courses / Unit Sets
SPAAMRAlcohol and Other Drugs Area of Specialisation
SPAAMVHealth Promotion Area of Specialisation
SPAAMUPrimary Health Care Area of Specialisation
 
 
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Last Updated - Higher Education: 3/15/2013 VET: 5/20/2013