General Information:
Instructor: Magaly Freytes, Ed.S.
Office: 1313C Norman Hall
Telephone: 392-0731 x 288
E-Mail: magaly@ufl.edu
Office Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 3rd period:                                Other times by appointment.

Web Page: http://plaza.ufl.edu/magaly

Required Text:
Oakley, R. & Ksir, C., Drugs, Society, & Human Behavior, 10th Ed.

Course Objectives and Description:
In order to understand the complex issues surrounding drug use in our society, it is important to recognize the diversity that exists among drugs and their effects on the mind and body.  This course is designed to introduce students to the physiological, psychological, and sociological effects of legal and illegal drug use.  The goal of the class is to educate students so that they can make informed decisions concerning future behaviors.  To accomplish this goal, we will use a variety of learning techniques including lectures, videos, small group discussions and class discussions. Student participation is crucial for the success of the course.