Essays and Research Papers on Drugs & Alcohol

This 5 page paper describes strategies for treatment of substance abuse, before offering the writer's opinion as to the most effective therapy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 6 page research paper gives the details of health history interview and physical examination for a hypothetical patient presenting for treatment of alcoholism Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper pertains to raves, which are parties associated with loud music and illicit drugs. The writer discusses their nature and the problems involved for law enforcement. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper presents an argument that the social problem of illicit drugs cannot be solved by the current policy of the US. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses policy in conjunction with medical marijuana and its legalization, noting that, because legalization is at the state level, it's difficult to determine policy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper. When we think about substance use and abuse, not many of us think about these issues and older women. Yet, the numbers of older women who are engaged in these activities is growing. This essay first reflects on a journal article about this topic. The essay then turns to the ...

In a paper of 3 pages, the author reflects on the issue of adolescent substance abuse which is a growing problem in the United States. Whether evaluating alcohol or illegal drug use, adolescent substance use disorder has become a significant public health issue in this country. In addressing the problem of addiction in ...

This 4 pages research paper discusses, hypothetically, attending an AA meeting held by the Long Island Council for Alcohol and Drug Dependence. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This paper compares Prohibition to today's war on drugs. The essay includes background information for both issues, policy problems, policy solutions, policy evaluation. The recommended policy is to legalize marijuana. Statistical data are included, including revenues in Colorado. Bibliography lists 17 sources.

This 5 page paper reports on alcohol, crack cocaine and Ecstasy as example of depressant, stimulant and hallucinogenic drugs. The last section of the paper reports on labeling theory, as a theoretical perspective that explains drug use. Bibliography lists 9 sources.