The Neuroscience and Genetics of Addiction: Implications for Prevention & Treatment

The Neuroscience and Genetics of Addiction: Implications for Prevention & Treatment elucidates how substances and other risky behavior affect healthy neurodevelopment, the role of genetics in addiction, and implications for prevention and treatment. How the brain becomes addicted, and the role of genetics will be highlighted including a discussion regarding the implications for treatment and recovery. This class can be used as a foundation for teaching students and their families about the process and effects of addiction and recovery in youth treatment and collegiate programs.