The Addicted Brain
This is a course about addiction to drugs and other behaviors. It will describe what happens in the brain and how this information helps us deal with and overcome addiction. It will also discuss other topics, such as government policy and our vulnerability to take drugs.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 22 hours
- Course by Emory University
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This is a course about addiction to drugs and other behaviors. It will describe what happens in the brain and how this information helps us deal with and overcome addiction. It will also discuss other topics, such as government policy and our vulnerability to take drugs.
Modules
Introduction
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
3
Videos
- Course Overview
- Definitions and Terminology
- The Historical Evidence
1
Readings
- Instructor Bio & Acknowledgements
Types of Drugs and Addictions
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- The Ten Classes of Drugs
- Drug Use: A Serious Problem
- Behavioral Addictions
Review & Quiz
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4
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- The Background and Overview of Drug Use
4
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Case: A Life on Hold
- Case: An Ancient Story About a Gambling Addiction
- Notes
Drugs in the Body
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Drug Dynamics: The Fate of Drugs in the Body
- Detecting Drugs in the Body
- Synaptic Transmission: The Target of Addicting Drugs
Neurotransmission
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
3
Videos
- Neurotransmitters: The Chemical Messengers in the Brain
- Cocaine & Nicotine
- Drugs are Multifunctional
1
Readings
- Case: Cocaine
Review & Quiz
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Drugs & How the Brain Works
2
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
Alcohol, Nicotine, & Marijuana
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
3
Videos
- Alcohol
- Nicotine
- Marijuana
1
Readings
- Case: Veteran with Stress Syndrome
Hallucinogens, Opiates, & Sedatives
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4
Videos
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1
Readings
4
Videos
- Psychostimulants
- Hallucinogens
- Opiate Drugs
- Sedatives, Anti-Anxiety Agents, & Hypnotics
1
Readings
- Case: Psychedelic Drug
Review & Quiz
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Classes of Drugs, Part 1
2
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
Inhalants, Caffeine, & Other Substances
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4
Videos
4
Videos
- Inhalants
- Caffeine
- New and Other Substances
- Review of Ten Classes of Drugs
Animal Models
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4
Videos
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1
Readings
4
Videos
- Animals in Drug Addiction Research
- Animal Model of Drug Self-Administration, Part 1
- Animal Model of Drug Self-Adminstration, Part 2
- Conditioned Place Preference
1
Readings
- Case: The Powerful "Cue"
Review & Quiz
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Classes of Drugs, Part 2 & Animal Models
2
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
Dopamine
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4
Videos
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1
Readings
4
Videos
- Dopamine, Reward, & Survival
- Dopamine & Natural Rewards
- Brain Imaging & PET Scanning
- Dopamine Receptors in Vulnerability & Healing
1
Readings
- Case: From Success to Desperation
How Drugs Change the Brain
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Neuroplasticity & How Drugs Change the Brain
- How Drugs Alter Gene Expression: Signaling and Epigenetics
- Neurotransmission & Brain Imaging Review
Review & Quiz
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3
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Neurotransmission & Brain Imaging
3
Readings
- Epigenetics Supplement
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
Who Will Become an Addict?
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3
Videos
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1
Readings
3
Videos
- Will I Become an Addict?
- Risk Factors
- Self-Medication & Co-Morbidity
1
Readings
- Case: Drugs for Life: What Went Wrong?
Risk Factors, Protective Factors, & Prevention
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- The Interaction of Vulnerabilities & Risk Factors
- Environmental Risk Factors
- Personality & Judgment Risk Factors
- Protective Factors
- Prevention
Review & Quiz
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Vulnerability: Drug Use, Abuse, & Prevention
2
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
Treatment
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Treatment, Part 1
- Treatment, Part 2
Drug Policy, Legalization, & Decriminalization
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2
Videos
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1
Readings
2
Videos
- Government Drug Policy
- Drugs & Criminality
1
Readings
- Case: The Scare of a Lifetime and the Difference a Policy can Make
Recap of Weeks 1-7
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Recap, Part 1
- Recap, Part 2
Review & Quiz
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Treatment, Policy, & Decriminalization
2
Readings
- Recommended Readings
- Notes
The Opioid Epidemic
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
3
Videos
- Drugs & Society: An Introduction
- Causes of the Opioid Epidemic
- Getting Addicted & Getting Treatment
2
Readings
- Opioid Peptides
- Partial Agonists vs Full Agonists
Medical & Recreational Marijuana
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3
Videos
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2
Readings
3
Videos
- What Is "Medical" Marijuana?
- Legalization & Marijuana Products
- What Should Our Attitudes Be?
2
Readings
- Cannabinoids in the Brain
- The FDA
Review & Quiz
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1
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Drugs & Society
1
Readings
- Recommended Readings
Auto Summary
"The Addicted Brain" is an insightful course in the Science & Engineering domain, meticulously designed to explore the complexities of addiction, whether to drugs or other behaviors. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, this foundational course delves into the neurological impacts of addiction, providing a thorough understanding of brain processes and how this knowledge can aid in overcoming addictive behaviors. Additionally, it covers relevant topics such as government policies on addiction and the inherent vulnerabilities that lead individuals to substance use. Spanning approximately 1320 minutes of engaging content, this course offers flexible subscription options, including Professional and Starter plans, catering to varying levels of commitment and professional development needs. Ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of addiction, from students and healthcare professionals to policymakers and anyone affected by addiction, this course promises to equip learners with valuable insights and practical knowledge. Join now to embark on a journey towards comprehending and combating addiction through scientific and policy lenses.
Michael Kuhar, Ph.D.