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Archived Version 2019 - 2020
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Learning Outcomes 1. Explore arguments about normalisation and normality in relation to both recreational drug use and the use of medications. 2. Discuss the value of a 'rational approach' to the evaluation of drug-related harms 3. Examine the uses of prohibition in the field of drugs policy 4. Explore libertarian arguments in favour of drug legalisation 5. Examine the case for harm reduction and the decriminalisation of illicit drug use 6. Appraise the potential for 'responsible drug use' with particular attention to alcohol use in Ireland 7. Explore the relations between drug use and identity 8. Examine arguments about the uses of medication and how this relates to population health 9. Explore the ethics of drug-assisted human enhancement. 10. Consider what count as good reasons to use drugs | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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