This is a course about addiction to drugs and other behaviors. It will describe what happens in the brain and how this information helps us deal with and overcome addiction. It will also discuss other topics, such as government policy and our vulnerability to take drugs.
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The Addicted Brain
Emory UniversityAbout this Course
Skills you will gain
- Prevention Programs
- Addiction Treatment
- Brain
- Drug And Alcohol Abuse Treatment
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Emory University
Emory University, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the world's leading research universities. Its mission is to create, preserve, teach and apply knowledge in the service of humanity.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
The Background & Overview of Drug Use
In this first week, we'll explore drug abuse, types of addictions, and the behaviors associated with them.
Drugs & How the Brain Works
In this second week, we'll get a glimpse at why certain drugs are addicting and how they affect different regions of the brain.
Classes of Drugs
In this third week, we'll take a deep dive into the different types of drugs and their individual effects.
Classes of Drugs with Animal Models
In this fourth week, we'll take a look at the drug self-administration model in animals and the implications of these results.
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- 5 stars75.76%
- 4 stars17.38%
- 3 stars4.35%
- 2 stars1.29%
- 1 star1.19%
TOP REVIEWS FROM THE ADDICTED BRAIN
Helped me understand why my left my family for a life of meth addiction. I am thankful that it has reduced my stress and anger ove3 what she has done. even a small amount of understanding
Thank you for an inspiring and informative course. The material has taught me much about my life and work and how to make a difference in the world. Most inspiring. Thank you!
Very good and general overview of the biological and social issues around addiction. It's the perfect primer or refresher -- depending on your state of knowledge.
This course covered a lot of fascinating topics such as how drugs affect the brain, why people become addicts, and how we can treat addiction. A very rewarding and fun course!
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