Category: Abuse

The Current State of Addiction in America Addiction is a major problem in American society. The use of various substances like tobacco and illicit substances like cocaine and alcoholic drinks results in a huge financial burden to the American government due to the rising consequences related to the financial, social, criminal, and therapeutic costs of…

Case Study  Substance Use and the Adolescent From what can be seen in the case study, it is apparent that the client in question can be diagnosed with Mood Disorder due to Amphetamine Intoxication with Mixed Features. Basing the diagnosis in the DSM, it is worth noting that the symptoms of Mood Disorder, i.e.,…

Table of Contents Opioid Abuse Problem Existing Strategy of Combating Prescribed Opioid Abuse Further Challenges in Combating Prescribed Opioid Abuse Conclusion References Substance abuse is one of the most acute and widely spread problems that American society is facing. Over recent years, the issue has become even more complicated due to the increased level of…

Government involvement in the drug trade is often geared towards protecting American citizens from themselves because society has already identified drug abuse as an involuntary phenomenon once one becomes an addict. It is also argued that the economic effects of the drug trade are quite negative in the American economy, and this has even been…

The life of people is extremely closely connected with society. The community and all its components in various organizations, traditions, and established trends impact both a persons life and health. In some places, people have more access to technology and opportunities to self-actualize more effectively. In other areas, a lack of infrastructure and necessary institutions…

Introduction As revealed in the presented Lot in Life, truant behaviors start to be manifested as early as at the age of 14, a situation that parents expect the least from their teenage children. It is crucial to point out that several issues pave the way for teenage drug abuse. The case provided reveals parental…

The problem of using drugs and alcohol among the workers of the companies is an essential issue in the USA. It is possible to assume that the reason for this situation can be found in the historical past of the country. Before the industrial revolution the use of psychoactive substances was not forbidden. What is…

Table of Contents Introduction Vulnerable Population Overview Strengths, Risk Factors, and/or Barriers Community Resources Community Health Problem Diagnosis Summary References Introduction Little Havana is located in Miami, Florida. It is a diverse neighborhood, full of rich Caribbean and South American cultures. Most of the population is represented by Latino Americans. The neighborhood is very much…

Table of Contents Vulnerable Population Overview Strengths, Risk Factors, and Barriers Community Resources Community Health Problem Diagnosis Summary References Substance abuse is a rampant problem in the current society despite the availability of information regarding the consequences of drug abuse. Studies show that 10% of Americans aged 12 years and above are likely to experiment…

Table of Contents Reasons Why Opioids Abuse is Becoming Common in the United States Impact of Opioids Abuse How to Manage the Problem Conclusion References Opioids are a form of drug often used medically to manage moderate to severe pain in patients. It can also be used to treat diarrhea and coughing. According to Spehr…