Essays and Research Papers on Drugs & Alcohol

A 5 page research paper that examines the various causes for alcoholism. The writer explores the physiological, psychological and sociological causes of alcohol dependence. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

Substance abuse is an ever increasing problem in the United States, including the abuse of prescription drugs. This 8 page paper provides an overview of illegal and legal uses of prescription drugs. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 20 page overview of the environmental and genetic relationships between the propensity for substance abuse and the commission of crime. Examines the statistics behind rising criminal activity and suggests effective crime prevention and rehabilitation includes an address of the underlying causes for that crime, not just punishment for one’s actions. Bibliography lists 14 ...

This 7 page report discusses cocaine and the coca plant, Erythroxylum coca. The plant itself is native to South America where it has been cultivated since the time of the Incas. Most of the world's coca grows in Bolivia, Colombia and Peru. Although the illegal cocaine market has changed coca production in a fundamental way, traditional legal uses of the plant ...

This 7 page report discusses a report written in 1989 by FBI Special Agent Michael P. Malone about the kidnapping, torture and murder of 37-year-old Enrique Camarena, an agent working underground for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency. According to Malone’s article, the Camarena case serves as an excellent example of what an investigative team is likely to encounter at a significantly ...

This 5 page paper reviews two articles on the use of alcohol. The studies consider the use and effects of the substance, with one concentrating on short term usage and the influence social support and negative moods, the second looks at the long term patterns of alcohol use and the potential to transition to lighter ...

This 5 page paper considers the issue of hazing and relates both sides of this problem: the view that hazing is a serious problem that has resulted in deaths, and the belief that hazing is a rite of passage. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 15 page paper examines the causes of aggression, from pack behaviour and social influences, the use of drugs or alcohol and the physical effect on the brain to the role of a patriarchal society and aggression against women. The bibliography cites 17 sources.

8 pages in length. The prevalence of substance abuse within the African American community has existed since the days of slavery. With legalization of cocaine and heroin at the turn of the twentieth century, the temptation was made much easier to indulge; by the 1950s, there was a preponderance of black junkies. ...

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 ...

The topic of addiction has many different facets, primarily being seen as either a physical or psychological problem - or a combination of both. This 5 page paper explores some of the reasons for and effects of the addiction process. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines various hallucinogens. The hallucinogens are classified and the divisions of hallucinogens are presented. The hallucinogens discussed and examined are LSD and psilocybin. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the toxicology of this non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). The paper explains the chemical make up of the drug, its properties, effects and side effects. The writer explains how the drug works, and also compares it to other NSAID's. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 6 page discussion of the question of whether or not hallucinogenic drugs are useful in revealing the subconscious mind and allowing one to integrate the “two selves” which according to Jung is a prerequisite of wholeness. This paper presents the contention that while the use of hallucinogens might have value to the so-called ...

A 5 page paper. There has been a dramatic increase in the misuse and abuse of prescription drugs in the last two decades. This paper identifies the drugs that are most often abused, what their intended purpose is and what their original form is, e.g., pill. The age groups most commonly abusing these drugs are ...

This 8 page paper consider substance abuse in adolescents. The writer considers the range and scope of the problem, the trends in prevention and treatment as well as way in which treatments work. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

6 pages in length. The lure of easy money is often far too difficult to ignore for those caught up in drug dealing, selling and trafficking; with the seemingly uncontrollable element of illegal activity occurring in the United States, one might surmise that the lucrative world of hustling is a social ill that is ...

This 5 page paper provides statistics on drug use in the military, with particular attention to the Air Force. The effects of the drug are duly noted, but the paper focuses on the effects of the drug on one's military career. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages. This paper examines the way that cocaine is metabolized into the bloodstream after it is taken. This addictive and illegal drug oftentimes produces physiological effects that can be deadly. The various ways cocaine is broken down inside the body will be considered as well as the problems it can cause to ...

14 pages in length. The workplace is a source of considerable stress. In order to cope with the pressures often associated with one's job, a person sometimes turns to drugs as a way out. At first, substance use may appear to be an easy thing to keep in control, but if office ...

This 6 page paper consider why alcohol is important, The writer considers the reasons for its use, such as psychological and physiological, its' perceived value and the various uses as well as the cyclic nature of learnt behaviour. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

5 pages in length. The seemingly unrelated association between drugs and terrorism has made itself painfully clear over the past six months in the wake of September 11th's terrorist attack. What has come to light is the fact that the very act of terrorism requires significant amounts of money to undertake and unless ...

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.

A 5 page review of this inside look at the desperation of the inner city drug culture of West Baltimore. The author of this paper contends that this book is much more than an expose’ on sex, drugs and rock and roll. It is a window into a community in need, a community ...

A 6 page overview of the escalating trend of drug use among our nation’s youth. This paper emphasizes that, despite all of our societal efforts to intervene, it seems that drug use not only continues but continues to increase in its frequency and the number of people affected. The conclusion is reached that ...