Fall 2020 Course Syllabus Course: DAAC-1304- Section: 71 Pharmacology of Addiction

Instructor Information
Instructor	Kimberly Arrington
E-mail	arringtonkd@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6356
Office	Location: Educational I - Room: 113 Hours: Appointments to be discussed with students as needed.
Department	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill E-mail: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	Emphasizes pharmacological effects of addiction, tolerance, dependence, cross addiction, drug interation, withdrawal, and recovery. Describes the psychological and physiological effects of substance use and behaviors
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Students will demonstrate understanding of a variety of models and theories of addiction and other problems related to substance use. Students will Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive substances on the person using and significant others. Students will understand the importance of self-awareness in one?s personal, professional, and cultural life. Students will Understand the addiction professional?s obligations to adhere to ethical and behavioral standards of conduct in the helping relationship. Students will Be familiar with medical and pharmacological resources in the treatment of substance use disorders.
Core Objectives	Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific concepts. Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material. PSLO 2: Define and explain techniques relevant to the various theories of counseling. SLO 2: Students will define and explain techniques relevant to the various theories of counseling. PSLO 3: Identify major approaches to treatment SLO 3: Students will identify major approaches to treatment.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Uppers, Downers,and All Arounders. 8th edition; Author: Darryl Inaba, Pharm.D.William Cohen; Publisher: CNS Publications
Lecture Topics Outline	The student is ultimately responsible for his/her own learning and professional growth, what you put into it is what you will get out of it! It is your responsibility to conduct a realistic self-appraisal of what you personally need to master and how you can best attain it. Challenge yourself to grow as an individual and a professional. CONFIDENTIALITY: These classes prepare you for a career in counseling. Some class discussions will deal with confidential material of yours and other students. Privileged information that is shared may under NO CIRCUMSTANCES be repeated or shared outside the classroom. Written materials, your own feelings and insights may be shared. CAUTION: IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, KEEP THE TRUST! It is Expected that all students will respect the confidentiality of the classroom and discussions that are held. Personal Confidentiality It is expected that this class will contain information that at times will be of a personal nature to many students. It is also expected that all students will maintain the dignity and respect of any personal stories shared within the group. I will be available to any student who wishes to discuss private matters regarding material in class/ If you feel you need professional counseling services, the College has a counseling center available to students, or I can furnish a referral for you.
Major Assignments Schedule	Subject to change at instructor?s discretion and class progress with material. Week     1&2    Introductions; Review of Course and General Information: Chapter 1:                 Psychoactive Drugs: History & Classification Week     3&4    Chapter 2: Heredity, Environment, and Psychoactive Week     5    Chapter 3: Uppers Week    6    Review Week    7    Test Week     8    Read and Discussion Board on Chapter 4 Week     9    Read and Discussion BoardChapter 5: Downers: Alcohol Week      10    Read and Discussion BoardChapter 6: All Arounders Week    11    Review Week    12    Test Week     13    Chapter 7: Other Drugs, Other Addictions Week     14    Chapter 8: Drugs Use & Prevention From Cradle to Grave          Week     15    Chapter 9: Treatment Week     16    Chapter 10: Mental Health & Drugs Week     17    Final
Final Exam Date	December 10, 2020 - 5:00 PM   Through  December 10, 2020 - 7:00 PM
Grading Scale	See above for grading scale.
Determination of Final Grade	Final Grade Determined by the following: Tests= 55%, Online assignments =25%; Attendance & Participation 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	The student is ultimately responsible for his/her own learning and professional growth, what you put into it is what you will get out of it! It is your responsibility to conduct a realistic self-appraisal of what you personally need to master and how you can best attain it. Challenge yourself to grow as an individual and a professional. CONFIDENTIALITY: These classes prepare you for a career in counseling. Some class discussions will deal with confidential material of yours and other students. Privileged information that is shared may under NO CIRCUMSTANCES be repeated or shared outside the classroom. Written materials, your own feelings and insights may be shared. CAUTION: IF YOU ARE NOT SURE, KEEP THE TRUST! It is Expected that all students will respect the confidentiality of the classroom and discussions that are held. Personal Confidentiality It is expected that this class will contain information that at times will be of a personal nature to many students. It is also expected that all students will maintain the dignity and respect of any personal stories shared within the group. I will be available to any student who wishes to discuss private matters regarding material in class/ If you feel you need professional counseling services, the College has a counseling center available to students, or I can furnish a referral for you.
Attendance Policy	ATTENDANCE POLICY: Research has shown a strong positive relationship between attendance, participation and college success. I strongly suggest regular participation in this course, both mental and physical. 1. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent. 2. It is the students responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence. 3. Excused absences include hospitalization of you or an immediate family member, participation in a college event, or a religious holy day. Prior notification to me for pending absences due to college events or religious holy days is required. Documentation of hospitalization is required.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	I will no discuss grades, course or degree issues, or accommodations with other students present or over text message. If you need to discuss either, please email me, or call, or wait to discuss after class.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.