| Semester | Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | T+P+L | Credit | Number of ECTS Credits |
| 5 | PSYT383 | THE SCIENCE OF ADDICTION | 3+0+0 | 3 | 5 |
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Language of Instruction
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English
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Level of Course Unit
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Bachelor's Degree
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Department / Program
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PSYCHOLOGY
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Type of Program
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Formal Education
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Type of Course Unit
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Elective
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Course Delivery Method
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Face To Face
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Objectives of the Course
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Enabling a comprehensive examination of addictive behaviors, including substance-related and non-substance-related addictions.
Understanding the physiological and psychological effects of various substances and behaviors.
Developing insights into the etiology of addiction and its underlying causes.
Developing effective strategies for the prevention of addictive behaviors.
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Course Content
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This course offers a clear introduction to the key ideas behind both substance-related and behavioral addictions. It looks at different substances and how they affect the body and mind, the factors that increase the risk of addiction, and the psychological, social, and health impacts of addictive behaviors.
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Course Methods and Techniques
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Active learning activities
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Prerequisites and co-requisities
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None
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Course Coordinator
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Associate Prof.Dr. Mehmet Siyabend Kaya
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Name of Lecturers
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None
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Assistants
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None
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Work Placement(s)
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No
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Recommended or Required Reading
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Resources
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Canvas Portal
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Lecture notes will be shared on Canvas.
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Canvas Portal
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Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"
Assessment Methods and Criteria
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In-Term Studies
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Yarıyıl İçi Çalışmalarının Başarı Notunun Katkısı
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1
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40
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Final examination
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1
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60
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Total
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2
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100
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ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
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Activities
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Total Work Load
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Sınıf İçi Aktivitesi
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2
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20
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40
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Sunum
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1
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10
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10
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Kısa Sınav
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2
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10
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20
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Derse Devam
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1
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20
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20
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Final Sınavı
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1
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60
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60
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Total Work Load
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Number of ECTS Credits 5
150
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Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Explain the effects of substances on the nervous system. |
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| Define causes and risk factors for addiction. |
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| Discuss strategies for addiction prevention. |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics | Study Materials | Materials |
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What Addiction Is and What It Is Not
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Is Drug Addiction a Chronic Medical Brain Disease?
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How Does the Brain Work? and Genetics: Mom and Dad’s Contributions
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Drugs That Stimulate and Depress Us
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Internet or Gaming Addiction
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Gambling and Sex Addiction
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Treating Addiction: What Are the Choices?
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Recommended Optional Programme Components
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant
https://sis.agu.edu.tr/oibs/bologna/progCourseDetails.aspx?curCourse=77478&lang=en