...Pot, Weed and Mary Jane: Whichever Name, Keep it Illegal November 6th 2012, a date that will live in infamy for more reasons than one. While one may associate this day with the election of Barack Obama into his second term as President of the United States, weed smokers across the nation rejoiced for another reason. That very same day, a groundbreaking law was passed legalizing the recreational use of marijuana in Colorado and Washington. In the eyes of many avid smokers, this law was just as monumental as landing on the moon was for Neil Armstrong: one small step for man and one giant leap for mankind. Despite the fact that marijuana is legalized for recreational use in these two states and legalized for medicinal purposes in 16 others, the drug is still forbidden under federal law, meaning marijuana is still an illegal drug. For decades, the subject of legalization has been a recurring theme in Washington and state governments. Should marijuana join the ranks of alcohol and cigarettes and be made legal? No, we must realize the damaging health effects and the detrimental societal/cultural effects that legalizing marijuana could have on Americans in the future. Although there are some advantages to legalizing marijuana in the United States, the disadvantages tremendously outweigh any advantages when considering this touchy topic in politics. Of course, there has been research conducted that states that marijuana could be positive for the nation. Advocates to legalization suggest...
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...Prescription drug abuse deserves renewed attention After watched the movie Shutter Island, it must be very easy catch such scenes that the lead hero who is acted by Leonardo DiCaprio always asks aspirins from doctors, either when he is seasickness or has a headache. Familiar scenes always emerge in lots of movies and TV plays. People all know that artistic creation is based on realities, and in fact, those scenes are not from scenarists’ imaginations. In the real world, typical cases of prescription drug abuse always manifest in three ways. Taking a prescription drug that is prescribed for others, taking medicine for reasons like feeling depressed, or overdosing than as prescribed. Abuse of prescription drugs could produce serious problems for people, especially worse in addiction. Because prescription medicine abuse is becoming a significant problem in the United States, the phenomenon has to be taken seriously. According to the survey of National Institute on Drug Abuse, the medicines which abused are broadly described as those targeting the central nervous system, including those used to treat psychiatric disorders. In 2010, approximately 7 million persons were current users of psychotherapeutic medicines taken not in medically (2.7 percent of the U.S. population). The situation must lead to awful outcome. Even if no one want to see the terrible result that not only people’s physical health be drowned in danger, people’ mental health and relationship are under threaten...
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...Paul C Federal Bureau of Prisons-Reentry One very important function of the corrections system is to assist inmates that are up for release from federal prison. Assistance is given by connecting these individuals to outside organizations for assistance. These organizations help to reduce recidivism rates. “The BOP contracts with residential reentry centers (RRCs), also known as halfway houses, to provide assistance to inmates who are nearing release. RRCs provide a safe, structured, supervised environment, as well as employment counseling, job placement, financial management assistance, and other programs and services. RRCs help inmates gradually rebuild their ties to the community and facilitate supervising ex-offenders' activities during this readjustment phase.” There are basically five general services provided by (RRCs.) (1) Accountability- Daily counts are conducted to all residence. A resident is only authorized to leave by sign out procedures, and only approved activities are accepted. These are for recreation, counseling, looking for employment and working. These approved activities are constantly monitored by RRC staff members. Individual’s that return to their RRC facility may be given a random drug/alcohol test. (2) RRC staff members help residence locate employment opportunities in their local communities. ” offenders are expected to be employed 40 hours/week within 15 calendar...
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...Drug Affects in Families PSY/425 March 18, 2014 JoAnne Chiariello, MA, LMFT Drug Affects in Families The issues that can come into play when dealing with a family member who is turning to drugs to face their problems in life. There are no pointing fingers here on whose fault it is why their children become addicted to drugs because no one is perfect, and this is something that can be solved. Drug addiction does not only affect the drug user but also the family of the abuser. A so called perfect family can turn into a nightmare because of the affects of drugs. The first thing to remember is that when dealing with the problems of drug abuse, which can turn into child abuse and other things is that there is a problem here. Sometimes people need help looking at the bigger picture of things. An example would be that this problem did not just happen overnight, but there are many signs that a person is becoming an addict. Drug abusers can be the average teenager, who is a follower instead a leader. Teens will come across the problem of communicating with his or her parents about situations that may be going on in his or her lives. Another problem with teens is fitting into a social group; turning to the people that will accept them in; which in some cases will not be the best group of people to choose. Many drug abusers will become mental and physically abusers to the people that they love the most. Problems will not happen "overnight", an addiction may start off by smoking...
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...Substance abuse is considered a maladaptive pattern of substance use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress as manifested in a twelve month period by at least one of four criteria: (1) recurrent substance use resulting in failure to fulfill major obligations at work, school or home (e.g., poor performance at school or work, neglect of children or younger siblings); (2) recurrent substance use in hazardous situations (e.g., driving while intoxicated); (3) recurrent substance-related legal problems (e.g., DUIs); and (4) continued substance use despite having recurrent interpersonal problems related to substance abuse (e.g., arguments with family members about consequences of intoxication) (Sussman, Skara, Ames, 2008). The most commonly abused substances include alcohol, tobacco, and illegal and prescription drugs. Often times, a user will develop an addiction to one of these substances. When an individual abuses a substance or develops an addiction, and require the use of a rehabilitation service, he or she may either be voluntarily or involuntarily admitted, such as through the Department of Corrections or drug courts. Substance abuse treatment has proven to be a successful rehabilitation tool. Empirical evidence has shown that substance abuse treatment is a cost effective method for addressing substance abuse and that treatment is effective in limiting substance abuse, criminal activity, and improving quality of life outcomes for as many as five years...
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...SOURCE 1 ADDICTION SEARCH addictionsearch.com I believe that this source is written by different people. It is an actual website for addicts to find recovery. After touring the website, it seems that the creator(s) has correct and accurate information. It seems that the website pulls information from different people. Yes, the information on the website matches other sources. No, the website does not make any claims without evidence to support them. With the information looking accurate, I believe this website to be credible SOURCE 2 OVERCOMING PRESCRIPTION GRUG ADDICTION No, the author is not affiliated with an organization. It strickly says “This book is not a substitute for a phsyian.” Rod Colvin’s brother died due to a long-term of a drug addiction. He dedicated his book in his brother’s memory. I believe that the Rod Colvin’s information came from watching his brother go through the addicition. Book was published in 2008. There is always a chance of more updated information from different sources. After reading many other books and articles, the information seems to remain the same. No, Rod Colvin does not make any claims without evidence to support them. The reason why I feel that this book is credible, I have gone through addiction and the information that this book provides is accurate SOURCE 3 RECOVER TO LIVE BY CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY LAWFORD No, it does not seem that Chrtopher Kennedy Lawford is affiliated with any kind of organization that is related...
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...Forgiveness Therapy on Anger, Mood, and Vulnerability to Substance use among Inpatient Substance-dependent Clients, and critic population of the study vs. population of interest, Operationalization aspects, Evaluation of DV measurement, and Evaluation of DV measurement. Lin, Wei-Fen. Mack, D, Enright, R, Krahn Dean, &Thomas Baskin (2004), states that the level of anger and violence observed among alcohol and substance abusers are far higher than the levels found in the general population, and coping skills have been implemented in many substance abuse programs to teach patients how to become aware of their anger and also manage their emotions effectively. Many researchers have directed their focus on Forgiveness Therapy (FT) as an alternative option to any other treatment for patients to overcome their emotional bondage, which leads them to misuse alcohol and dependency to controlled substances. The hypothesis in this study is that Forgiveness Therapy decreases the frequency and severity of anger, anxiety, and depression, and patients in residential treatment for alcohol and drug dependency have demonstrated less anger and urge towards drug use after receiving this treatment. Critic of Population of the Study This study, which took place in a residential drug rehabilitation facility, targeted the effects of Forgiveness Therapy in decreasing the frequency and severity of anger, anxiety, and depression in the recovery of substance-dependent patient. The hypotheses was that the individuals...
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...PNP sets RA 9165 seminar ANTI-NARCOTICS policemen will be required to attend seminars on the Philippine National PoliceManual on Anti-Illegal Drug Operations and Investigation to make them fully understand the requirements of the law and ensure the conviction of arrested drug offenders, PNP Anti-Illegal Drugs Special Operations Task Force commander, Deputy Director General Raul L. Castañeda, said yesterday. The seminar is aimed at fully equipping members of different Regional, Provincial, District andStation Anti-Illegal Drugs Special Operations Task Groups with the knowledge of Republic Act 9165 or the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 to ensure that their anti-narcotics operations will be proper and ensure the prosecution of arrested drug personalities, said Castañeda. “This is part of the continuous training and retraining program of PNP chief, Director General Raul M. Bacalzo. Along this line, we will be organizing groups of officers who will conduct the seminar(on RA 9165) nationwide,” Castañeda said. The lawyer-member of Philippine Military Academy Class 1978 particularly pointed out thedecision of the Court of Appeals relative to two separate RA 9165 cases filed by authorities. He said that in both cases, the Regional Trial Courts convicted the accused. However, the convicted suspects got a favorable decision from the Court of Appeals which reversed the findings of the lower courts and acquitted both accused. Castañeda said that in both decisions...
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...Modern medicine contributes a vital role in health care. In one hand, contemporary medicine has brought advantages, namely declining mortality, and improving humanity health. Nonetheless, there are certain unfortunate consequences of modern medicine, such as demographic ageing and substance abuse. This essay will outline the beneficial and problematic implications of modern medicine. For the purpose of this essay, the “modern medicine” is the period of the history of medicine from1790 when the vaccine was invented to the present. There are two main advantages of modern medicine. The first merit of modern medicine is improving humanity health. For instance, vitamin deficiency can be supplemented with tonic utilisation or physical pain can be reduced with analgesics. Moreover, life expectancy can be extended by methods such as damaged tissues repairing or defective organs and limbs replacing of artificial ones. The second benefit of modern medicine is decreasing mortality. This is rooted in the fact that widespread immunisation lead to a considerable decline in infant mortality. Moreover, mass death which resulted from prevalent epidemics in the past, for example smallpox, measles, and malaria now can be distinguished in a fairly short period of time with vaccines. Furthermore advance medical techniques, particularly diagnostic imaging such as X-rays, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging permit early detection and treatment of diseases, for instance, lung cancer, or tuberculosis....
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...understanding, and love to the one and everyone they help. In this career field, you work with people that have different problems. Just to name a few, some of them are alcoholism, drug abuse, family violence, and aging. THE GOAL AND PURPOSE OF HUMAN SERVICES Over the years, the main goal and/or purpose for human services is to help people with barriers they have in their lives and help them become self-sufficient. With a little support and encouragement a human service profession can empower their clients to find their individual strengths. Learning how to think in a more positive manner, many individuals can become self-sufficient and overcome the rough challenges they face. Human services professionals has been able to help assist individuals, families, and communities meet basic needs they could not have been able to deal with alone, such as their emotional and physical needs. Human service workers can help and provide their clients with assistance with food and shelter, even help clients that are dealing with mental health and substance abuse. THE HISTORY OF HUMAN SERVICES During the late 1950’s and 1960’s, major changes were being made on how those in need would be receiving help. Populations like the disabled, the poor, children in need, the elderly, the unemployed, the substance abuser and others began to be recognized as needing social and rehabilitation services. About this time, many were deinstitutionalized that formerly served in state mental hospitals and...
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...1. Studying, Money, Jobs, Homesickness, Depression, Sickness/Health Conditions, Friends/Roommates, Partying, Relationships & Choosing majors are considered to be the top ten common problems students face during college. (Garfieldgatehubpages.com, 2012) A. What are some of the experiences you face? Have you ever found a solution to your problem? How do you overcome these things? B. You meet up with your friends or your partner and you go out and party, drink, do drugs but have you ever consider the consequences you will face later an in life? C. Then, today we are going to talk about Friends/ relationships, partying , health & sickness and some ideas you might gain from this information might be useful in the future for you or a friend that’s in College. (Transition: What I’m going to talk to you about now is about our Friends and Relationships) 2. Did you know friends and personal relationships affect you decisions. A. All our decisions in school are being affected by our relationships, that includes friends, family, boyfriend’s, girlfriend's, all of the people we decide to surround our self's with (yourlife.usatoday.com, 2011). B. According to USATODAY.com "The relationship game among college-age adults today is a muddle of seemingly contradictory trends. Recent studies indicate that traditional dating on campuses has taken a back seat to no-strings relationships in which bonds between young men and women are increasingly brief and sexual”...
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...Skaff October 01, 2008 Chemical Dependency Paper Chemical Dependency Paper This paper will discuss Chemical Dependency or Substance Dependency and Substance Abuse in Adolescents; specifically the development, progression and biopsychosocial of dependency and abuse in the adolescent population. The definition of epidemiology and diagnosis will be addressed. Lastly three treatment options including the range of severity will be provided. There is difference between substance abuse and substance dependence. The distinction between the two is characterized by the role they play in a person’s life. Substance dependence is defined in terms of physiological and behavioral symptoms of substance abuse, and substance abuse in terms of social interaction and consequences. (Wikipedia, 2008) Substance abuse refers to the repeated and excessive use of drugs that are illegal or harmful to the individual and causes significant adverse consequences. Symptoms in adolescents who are abusing and using substances include: “failure to meet family or school obligations, interpersonal conflicts, legal problems. Other adverse consequences include accidents or injuries, blackouts and risky sexual behavior.” (Wikipedia, 2008) Substance dependence is when the frequent and repetitive use of drugs becomes habitual and a physical dependence occurs. Substance dependence in adolescents is identifiable by negative physical symptoms, which usually includes tolerance of the drug (requiring higher...
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...Lin Article Critique: Part 11 Tabitha Orr Phone: 404-472-7914 Liberty University COUN 503 Dr. Heckler February 17, 2013 Summary This particular article Effect of Forgiveness Therapy on Anger, Mood, and Vulnerability to Substance Use among Inpatient Substance-Dependent Clients looks deeper into the effects of Forgiveness Therapy on anger, mood, and vulnerability to substance abuse among impatient substance-dependent clients. The group of researchers consisted of Wei-Fen Lin, David Mack, Robert Enright, Dean Krahn, and Thomas Baskin came together to gather more information in forgiveness therapy focusing on certain targets such as anger, anxiety, and depression. The group of researchers gathered 14 patients with substance dependence and began weekly alternative individual treatment sessions with each client. After the time frame for the study had ended there was a four month period that showed the positive effects of forgiveness therapy. As stated within the article, “Forgiveness therapy may prove effective in the future because it moves to the heart of the matter of some clients. Deep hurts borne out of unfair treatment seem to play a part in substance use and abuse,” (Lin, Mack, Enright, Krahn, Baskin, 1119). The group of researchers recruited the population for this study from a drug rehabilitation center that offers intense, structured, residential treatment to individual suffering from alcohol and other drug dependencies. There were forty-three potential participants...
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...Organizing Gene Frost Mgt/300 April 26, 2010 Kathy Maas Organizing Alpha Home is a nonprofit organization that assists women in recovering from chemical dependency as well as the fallout of emotional scarring, sexual abuse, and homelessness associated with addiction (Frost, 2010). Located in San Antonio, Texas the organization was founded by Hulene Dempsy in 1966. Alpha Home has grown from being able to house only 10 women to its current capacity of 47 (Alpha Home, 2009). To operate a nonprofit organization successfully requires relationships with similar organizations, knowledge of state regulations, and a keen empathy for the client. Understanding finance is also essential for the success of Alpha Home and often the facets of knowledge and finance are inseparable as they mutually exist. Alpha Home is successful in part because of its knowledge in developing relationships with other nonprofit organizations. Collaboration with other entities that provide services to the patient allows Alpha Home to conserve monies otherwise spent on similar services. Because the organization primarily treats indigent women, who in addition to substance abuse treatment require services such as mental health counseling, trauma counseling, HIV and AIDS testing with subsequent counseling and dental assistance. Partnerships with other agencies called a “memorandum of understanding” have proven to be necessary to meet the basic needs of the patients. According to Business Dictionary (2010)...
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...Prescription Drug Abuse among Teens | Prescription Drug Epidemic Among Teens | Walden University | | Reasons and Prevention Strategies for Prescription Drug Abuse among Teens Overview Increasing abuse of prescription drugs among teens can be attributed to psychological, environmental, or behavioral conditions.Drug abuse in teens can be linked to other disorders or conditions which lead to drug abuse. Teens who abuse drugs are likely to become adults who abuse drugs. It is necessary to understand and address these underlying issues if successful prevention is to happen. First it is necessary to understand the magnitude of the problem 2.3 million Teens were abusing prescription drugs in 2003. (Controlled Prescription Drug Abuse at Epidemic Level, 2006) This is a very large number of teens abusing potentially addictive and deadly drugs. These numbers indicate a major problem with the potential to rapidly grow out of control if not addressed appropriately. In fact recent studies have found there has been an increase in prescription drug abuse among teens at an alarming rate. From 2005 to 2008 there was a 12% increase in prescription drug abuse among teens. (Elliot, Souder, Privette, &Richardson, 2008) This is a very large increase in a very short period of time. An increase such as this calls for further explanations on why this increase occurred so rapidly. Prevention methods need to be developed to avert teens from a life time of addiction. Teens who abuse prescription...
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