Fall 2024 Course Syllabus Course: DAAC-1304 (Section: 50, CRN: 91433) Pharmacology of Addiction

Instructor Information
Instructor	Kimberly Arrington
Email	arringtonkd@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6307
Office	Student Center - Room: 408
Office Hours	Office Hours On Campus: Tuesdays 10:00 am - 5:00 pm; Thursday 1-4:30
Additional Contact Information	None
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
Required 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
Additional Materials/Resources	You will receive other weblinks and handouts in class.
Corequisites/Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Differentiate and explain the stages of drug use and addiction; identify the components of the central nervous system and explain their general functions in relation to drug use; explain the physiological and psychological effects of drugs or addictive behavior on the major systems of the body; identify classes and schedules of psychoactive drugs; and define terms common to drug use, misuse, abuse and dependence.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Demonstrates effective, ethical, multicultural care for a diverse group of individuals within the scope of practice of a professional counselor in the field of behavioral addictions and substance use disorders. Demonstrate knowledge of the various models and theories of behavioral addictions and substance use disorders and other problems related to addiction.
Lecture Topics Outline	Basic Overview of CNS History & Classification Heredity & Environment, Uppers - Stimulant drugs Downers & Opiates Alcohol All Arounders - Hallucinations Other Drugs, Other Addiction - behavioral and process addictions Drugs Use & Prevention from Cradle to Grave Treatment Mental Health & Drugs
Major Assignments Schedule	DAAC_1304_50_202490_P00311296.pdf
Final Exam Date	December 6, 2024 - 5:0 AM   Through  December 8, 2024 - 12:0 AM
Grading Scale	See above for grading scale.
Determination of Final Grade	Final Grade Determinations: This course is mainly reading, lectures and memorization of information as it relates to various drug classes and how they interact in the brain and body. Study Guides with study quizzes are available for each chapter . Course Grade will be based on exams, discussion boards, assignments, in class  attendance and participation. Final Grade Determined by the following: Chapter Tests=30%, Discussion Boards=30% Attendance&Participation25% Final Exam covering all chapters=15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Contacting Instructor:  I am available most efficiently through Email at all times during the day Monday - Friday. You may text me if it is an emergency and absolutely necessary, otherwise, please email. ALL COURSE BUSINESS WILL BE CONDUCTED THROUGH EMAIL. I will not discuss grades, deadlines or assignments via text. I will generally answer emails within 2-5 hours. I will not answer emails promptly on the weekends. Advising, registration, other matters will be discussed in email .
Attendance Policy	ATTENDANCE POLICY: This course is going to be a In Person/Hybrid course. This means that part of the course will be In person and other weeks we will have assignments and information Online in Blackboard. Your attendance at scheduled in person meetings is Important and required.    I will not offer zoom option for evenings class is scheduled to be in person.  Refer to the calendar in Blackboard  to know when you will be meeting in class or online. This course is going to be heavy reading material, power points presentations, videos and lectures. This is a 3 hour course, and as such it is highly recommended that you set aside 3 hours weekly for this course in order to stay on task and do well.The information builds on the foundations of chapter 1 & 2 and each week the new material will assume you have a basic understanding of the previous week.  * * Timely assignments on black board are counted as attendance  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. On the date of an in person class, 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.
Additional Information	CONFIDENTIALITY/Content Advisory: It is expected that this class will contain information that at times will be of a personal nature to many students. These classes prepare you for a career in counseling. Some class discussions will deal with difficult and sensitive topics around drug use, alcohol use, consequences of that use and other matters. The topics often lead to personal information being shared in the classroom or online in discussion boards. Privileged information that is shared may under NO CIRCUMSTANCES be repeated or shared outside the classroom. 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. 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.
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
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.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	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.
Department Information	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill Email: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365