12.1 Discuss the history and prevalence of drug use in the United States.

12.2 Describe the characteristics of substance abuse, dependence, and addiction.

12.3 Discuss alcohol-related disorders and alcohol’s effects on the human body and brain.

12.4 Identify common hallucinogens and their effects on the human body and brain.

12.5 Identify common stimulants and their effects on the human body and brain.

12.6 Discuss gambling as an addictive disorder.

12.7 Identify the treatments available to individuals with substance-related disorders.