Substance misuse and addiction have a severe impact on the individual, their families and their community. Substance addition can be costly to society especially in relation to local responses to crime, disease, domestic violence, abuse, job loss and homelessness.

Students will critically analyse the substance and drug classification system before investigating the impact of substance misuse on society. Students will evaluate public services response to both substance misuse related crime and also consider the health and social needs that substance misusers have and the available support services which are community based.

The presentation activity will link to:

LO. 1 Demonstrate a systemic understanding of leadership and management theories and principles, and their impact on the effectiveness of an organisation
LO. 2 Investigate the impact of substance misuse locally and identify potential solutions
LO. 3 Analyse local responses to substance misuse issues

This assessment uses policy analysis as a focal simulation tool. Students will critically analyse the local authorities strategy in relation to tackling substance misuse and give a presentation on the strengths of the strategy and areas where the strategy could be developed.

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: (30 hours)

You will attend lectures on key topics. There will also be opportunities to participate in small groups to explore some of the key issues raised in lectures and undertake activities.

Guided Independent Study: (170 hours)

100 hours: Independent reading - You will be expected to read the recommended reading and utilise the learning materials which you will have full access to via Blackboard.
70 hours critical analysis of strategic plan to tackle issues locally.

Module Learning Outcome
1. Demonstrate a systemic understanding of leadership and management theories and principles, and their impact on the effectiveness of an organisation.
University Learning Outcome
1. Knowledge and Understanding

Module Learning Outcome
2. Investigate the impact of substance misuse locally and identify potential solutions.
University Learning Outcome
5. Problem solving

Module Learning Outcome
3. Analyse local responses to substance misuse issues.
University Learning Outcome
4. Analysis

You will have access to a range of materials on Blackboard VLE including articles, session slides, and interactive activities.
You will also be able to access a variety of digital material through our Library and specialist databases.

Arnul, E (2014) Understanding Substance Misuse; Critical Publishing.
Rassol, H (2018) Alcohol and Drug Misuse; A guide for Health and Social Care Professionals; Routeledge.

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Substance misuse and addiction have a severe impact on the individual, their families and their community. Substance addition can be costly to society especially in relation to local responses to crime, disease, domestic violence, abuse, job loss and homelessness. This module will allow you to explore this contentious issue and local responses.