Reading Assignment for Section 2.4
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 2.4: Prescription vs. Illicit Drugs.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you’ll explore the complex relationship between prescription and illicit drugs, including their regulation and misuse. You’ll learn about the opioid epidemic’s roots in overprescription and its shift to illicit drug use. By the end, you’ll understand the strategies being implemented to address these challenges and the importance of balancing medical needs with prevention efforts.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 2.4: Prescription vs. Illicit Drugs
- SLO 1: Explain the key differences and similarities between prescription drugs and illicit drugs, including their regulation, accessibility, and abuse potential.
- SLO 2: Analyze the role of overprescription and pharmaceutical company practices in fueling the opioid epidemic and how it transitioned into widespread illicit drug use.
- SLO 3: Evaluate the health risks and societal impacts of prescription drug misuse compared to the dangers of unregulated and unpredictable illicit drugs.
- SLO 4: Assess the effectiveness of solutions such as prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs), stricter regulations, and public education campaigns in preventing drug abuse.
- SLO 5: Reflect on the importance of balancing the medical use of prescription drugs with efforts to prevent misuse and addiction, while addressing the broader public health implications.
Modification History File Created: 10/09/2024 Last Modified: 11/24/2024
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