Chapter 8: UNSERSTANDING DRUG USE AND ADDICTIONIdentify factors that affect psychological health and discuss positive

Chapter 8: UNSERSTANDING DRUG USE AND ADDICTION
Identify factors that affect psychological health and discuss positive steps you can take to enhance psychological well-being

Describe psychological disorders such as mood disorders, anxiety, depression, etc. and explain causes and treatments

Identify societal and personal factors that contribute to violence in American Society and personal and community strategies to lower 

Identify symptoms of addiction, its impact on family, and treatment and recovery options

Identify the six categories of drugs and distinguish between misuse and drug abuse

Explain the health risks and effects of alcohol consumption, and treatment options

Describe the health risks and physical impact associated with using tobacco products, the dangers associated with environmental tobacco smoke, public policies and benefits of smoking cessation

Review cardiovascular disease, it’s prevalence, risk factors, prevention and treatment

Define cancer and identify common causes and risk factors as well as screening and treatment

Explain how your immune system works to protect you, discuss common pathogens, explain major infectious diseases and identify prevention and treatment options

Identify and describe a variety of chronic disease, symptoms and treatments

Discuss the importance of environmental health issues, sources of pollution, and strategies for reduction

Describe ways to make smart health care choices

Identify issues facing today’s health care system and how the US system compares to other countries.