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Papers On Drugs & Alcohol
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Alcoholism Treatment
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In four pages this paper considers which is the best treatment for alcoholism. Two sources are listed in the bibliography.
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Alcoholism, A Family Disease
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This 18 page paper examines alcoholism as a disease and the many ways it affects family life. How it affects children and spouses are highlighted. Different theories are explored along with different methods of treatment. Controversies are noted. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Alcoholism: A Significant Social Problem
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A 15 page discussion of alcoholism and its impacts to society. This paper discusses how we have historically dealt with the problem and makes suggestions for more effective intervention. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPalcSocPrb.rtf
Alcoholism: Children of Alcoholic Parents
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A 10 page paper which examines the affects alcoholism has on the children of alcoholic parents. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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Alcoholism: Common, Serious and Expensive
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(7 pp) It is easier to think of alcoholism like we
think of any other disease. Some people are more at
risk for the disease. People with the disease didn't
cause it to happen. They can learn ways to live
with the disease and take care of themselves. As in
other diseases, if the person refuses treatment,
the disease will get worse, and the person may even
die. Risk factors for alcoholism in people who
drink alcohol include: a family member who is
alcoholic; a history of other substance abuse;
depression, or post- traumatic stress syndrome.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: BBbooz.doc
Alcoholism: Its Impact Upon Children Of Alcoholics
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10 pages in length. Alcoholism affects many more people than just the one who drinks; the impact alcoholism has upon immediate family, friends and coworkers can be just as much -- if not more -- burdensome than the influence it has on the alcoholic. Children of alcoholics are particularly prone to feeling the damaging impact inherent to alcoholism, which can set the stage for a life of alcohol-related behaviors and disorders. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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All About Marijuana
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This 5 page paper discusses a number of facts about marijuana. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: HVAAMari.rtf
America’s War on Drugs: Is There Really a Problem?
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A 10 page paper which examines the so-called ‘war on drugs’ from a sociological perspective to determine whether or not there is a legitimate drug problem in the United States. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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American and Indian Youth and Drugs
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This 5 page paper examines the problem of drug use among Indian and American youth. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Amocillin and Minocin
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This 5 page paper considers these two drugs, generically known as amoxycillin or amoxicillin and minocycline hydrochloride. The paper considers their uses and similarities and then considers how these two drugs interact, and the potential result of that interaction. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
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An Argument for Funding Reallocation for Alcohol/Drug Abuse Treatment Programs
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A 3 page argument that partial reallocation of the funds that are customarily used in the law enforcement/criminal justice arenas to apprehend and imprison drug and alcohol abusers for their transgressions is necessary. These funds could be no more appropriately used than through well designed and implemented drug and alcohol treatment programs.
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An Argument Supporting the Distribution of Clean Needles as an Intervention in the AIDS Epidemic
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A 3 page contention that the distribution of clean needles should be a priority not only for non-profit organizations but also for society as a whole. The author emphasizes that not only are the less-desirable elements of society impacted by AIDS but so too are many innocent individuals. The distribution of clean needles is a simple yet effective way of interrupting the transmission of the disease. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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An Evaluation of the DARE Program
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This 9 page paper examines the DARE program. The paper argues that the program does not work. The new DARE program is investigated but history is relayed about its origins. Alternatives are noted. Support is provided for the assumptions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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An Explanation of the Rising Use of Marijuana
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This 3 page paper focuses on the rise in teen abuse but also considers medical usage. Several theories are explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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An Overview of Alcoholism
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This 4 page paper focuses on the etiology of alcoholism as well as treatment options. Information about the genetic component is relayed. There is some attention to certain populations such as the elderly . Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Anabolic Steroids
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A 15 page research paper that gives a comprehensive review of the empirical research literature available on this subject. The writer covers the uses and the effects of anabolic steroids on the various system of the body, detailing the negative physical and psychological effects. Bibliography lists 25 sources.
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Anabolic Steroids: Negatives Outweigh Positives
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A 4 page overview of the numerous adverse impacts which have been associated with the unsupervised use of anabolic steroids. These impacts include both physiological changes and personality changes as well as increased potential for certain diseases such as heart disease and cancer. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids
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A 6 page examination of anabolic-androgenic steroids, their chemical basis, development and use. Includes a discussion of ergogenic aids as used by athletes and the potential for long-term adverse impacts. Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: Steroids.DOC
Analysis of Five Articles
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6 pages in length. The writer briefly examines the aspects of five articles pertaining to social work and cultural issues in certain populations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Analysis of Sher’s “Psychological characteristics of children of alcoholics”
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This is a 5 page reaction paper to Kenneth Sher’s article “Psychological characteristics of children of alcoholics” (1997). In a analysis of Kenneth Sher’s article “Psychological characteristics of children of alcoholics” (1997), a good description of historical studies and categorizations can be found in regards to mental health issues involved in the study of children of alcoholics (COAs). In his article, Sher comments that despite the growing research in the area, results have been inconclusive and inconsistent and with examination of other research studies this claim has been found to be correct. Because of these inconsistencies, Sher basically does not try and tackle the controversial area of cause and effect of psychological characteristics in COAs but rather decides to adequately describe consistent characteristics found in COAs such as anxiety, depression and impulsivity among others. What Sher does not do extensively however is look at more of the research in the area which compares COAs psychological characteristic with those of non-COAs. When researchers have done this in more detail in their studies, it would seem that many of these characteristics may not be based on the fact that these are children of alcoholics but in fact that these are children of a negative role model environment and were not taught appropriate methods of coping and support.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Analysis of The Derived Theory of Smoking Relapse
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This 7 page paper evaluates the derived theory of smoking relapse in respect to nursing. A model found in Chinn & Kramer's Theory of Nursing is utilized for analysis. Various elements of the theory are discussed inclusive of its importance and accessibility. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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ANDREW WEIL AND DRUGS
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This 4 page paper examines Dr. Andrew Weil's book, The Natural Mind and critiques some of the major points in his book regarding the use of drugs. Bibliography lists 1 sources.
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Anheuser-Busch
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This 7 page report discusses the largest brewer in the United States in terms of its management style, philosophy, accomplishments, and future opportunities. Anheuser-Busch is undeniably an industry leader. The St. Louis, Missouri, brewery leads the industry in the United States with a market share of an amazing 47.5 per cent according to BrandWeek (06-19-00). Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Annotated Bibliography: Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission
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10 pages. An annotated bibliography for fifteen sources on the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. Gives a brief summary of each of the fifteen sources chosen for information about the TABC.
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Antabuse, Methadone, Librium, Ibogaine, Revia, Thiamin, and Niacin: An Overview of Seven Common Drugs
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A 6 page outline of the main features of each of these drugs and the situations which require their use. Generic names are provided as is a list of primary actions and potential side effects. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Anti-Drug Speech
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2 page overview of the content of a speech delivered by Lee Brown, director of the U.S. National Drug Control Policy in May of 1994. No Bibliography.
Filename: Drugspch.wps
Antidepressants: Prescription Rates and Side Effects
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This is a 6 page article discussing the increasing prescription rates of antidepressants in today’s society. Side effects associated with antidepressants are also discussed such as nausea, anxiety, violence in children, sexual dysfunction and birth defects. The increase in prescriptions are a result of physicians who are not trained in depression treatment prescribing antidepressants to their patients as a first treatment for depression rather than therapy which is considered more costly and time consuming.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Argument Against the Use of Ritalin
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An 8 page paper which argues against the use of
ritalin for attention disorders in children. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Argumentative Essay/Marijuana Use
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A 5 page argumentative essay that first presents the arguments in favor of marijuana legalization and then argues against them, relying primarily on the proven facts regarding marijuana's detrimental effects on the body and its tendency to be a gateway drug for the young. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Arguments in Favor of Legalizing Marijuana for Medical Use
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This 9 page paper argues that the use of marijuana should be used for treatment in certain conditions. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Arrested For Possession Of Marijuana
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This 5 page paper explores the
incidence of imprisonment for possession of Marijuana. Bibliography
lists 9 sources. charts included.
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Article Analysis: Budgeting for California's Criminal Justice System
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This 3 page paper analyzes an article about the budgeting problems for one area in California's criminal justice system. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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Article Review on Psychotropic Medications
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This is a 6 page review of the current literature available on psychotropic medications. Five articles are discussed. The review of the literature available about the concerns, usage and effects of psychotropic medication is fairly extensive. Researchers have examined use in children, adolescents and adults as well as in pregnant women. Many of the articles provide good details on the different medications available as well as their contraindications and side effects. Although the physiological mechanisms are not completely analyzed yet in the field of medicine psychotropic drugs are used widely across the country. In fact, many critics have concluded that children have been overly prescribed medications as in the case of Ritalin, the most common psychotropic medication prescribed for children which has increased in usage by over 700 percent in the last ten years.
Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Article Review/Sex, Drug Behavior
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A 3 page article review that summarizes a study performed by Bell, Ompad and Sherman (2006), which investigated the drug and sexual risk behavior of women who have sex with women. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Basis for an Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Rehabilitation Program: 8-Week, Ten-Bed Facility for Homeless, Pregnant Teens with Substance Abuse Problems
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the effectiveness of an 8-week rehabilitation program. An 8-week program within a ten-bed facility is evaluated regarding its substance abuse rehabilitation and effectiveness for pregnant, homeless teen clients and is compared with other programs and research. The program addresses health, psychological and social issues in addition to substance abuse and prevention of relapse. As in almost all drug treatment facilities, “three out of four teens in drug treatment drop out of their programs before finishing”. Most drug treatment programs are based on a minimum 90-day program, considered the minimum required for the best prevention against relapse, in which case an 8 week program of ~ 60 days may have a slightly higher completion rate, in that the program is not as long, but also a higher relapse rate within the teens after they leave the program. If only 3-4 teens out of 10 complete 90-day programs, a 60-day program may have a completion rate slightly higher in that perhaps 4-5 teens may complete the program. Overall, an 8-week substance abuse rehabilitation program for teens by all accounts seems to be too short to have any long term effect providing that the teens even complete the program. In addition, the teens in this program were pregnant and homeless. In most cases then, the program would not even cover the time of the pregnancy which would release these teens back out on the street in the same basic state in which they entered the program. The program should be at least as long as the pregnancy and an additional six months within the program would prove even more beneficial. In this time, the teen could acquire more contact with community social and medical care facilities and programs in additional to learning valuable medical care, family planning and care of the child if she desires to keep the infant. In addition, because a child is involved, the social and community services need to be involved from the onset in regards to the social planning while the facility can focus on the substance abuse factors and programming for the teen.
Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Benefits Of Drug Testing All School Personnel
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8 pages in length. The past several years have shown a sharp increase in the use of drug testing programs within school districts countrywide. Particularly pertinent to the mandatory testing is that it has established a way of detecting and dealing with the staggering number of employees who have a drug problem. The writer discusses the benefits of identifying those in the academic field who use and abuse drugs while on the job by supporting drug testing for all academic personnel. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Binge Drinking
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A 7 page essay which looks at the prevalence of binge drinking, especially as it occurs on college campuses. Listing 5 sources, the paper argues against the hazards of alcohol listing the emotional and physical effects.
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Binge Drinking In College Students: Impact Of Alcohol Advertisements
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14 pages in length. Examining binge drinking in college students and how alcohol advertisements in the ten most popular men's and women's magazines might influence that behavior in the average college student between the ages of 17 and 23, one must consider the psychological aspects of the advertising industry. The writer further discusses the aspects of binge drinking on today's college campuses. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Binge Drinking on College Campuses:
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This 8 page paper discusses the social problem of binge drinking on college campuses. This paper examines the roots of this problem as well as the impact on the students and society. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Binge Drinking, Ethnicity, and Race
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A 10 page paper which first defines binge drinking as the drinking of excessive amounts of alcohol in one episode and then identifies it as a phenomena is of serious concern in that it is not only life threatening but is increasing on a world wide basis. Asserts that while alcohol consumption man be decreasing among adults in many countries, the propensity for youth to engage in binge drinking appears to be increasing. Contends that an individual’s propensity for binge drinking is believed to be directly related to their ethnicity and/or race. Summarizes several studies which would appear to support that contention. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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