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.
Filename: PPstero2.rtf

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.
Filename: MBweil.rtf

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.
Filename: BWswotAB.rtf

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.
Filename: JAtxabcm.rtf

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.
Filename: PPmedDr3.rtf

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.
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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.
Filename: GSBinge1.rtf

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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BURLINGTON NORTHERN AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
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This 4-page paper focuses on the Burlington Northern Railroad's anti-substance abuse program, which combines testing, supervisor training and peer involvement to combat drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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California and Alcoholism
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A 4 page paper which examines alcoholism and California. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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California Drug Statistics
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4 pages in length. California's statistics for drug arrests during the twentieth century's final decade is indicative of the wide margin of gender, racial and age variables. The years between 1990 and 1999 provide data on arrests for specific drugs (felony or misdemeanor) and whether the crime was committed by a juvenile or adult. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TLCCalDrug.rtf

California's 12-Step Prison Program
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This 5 page paper evaluates the state's program to treat addictions. The plan is discussed for California specifically but some information outlines twelve step programs in general. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA31512.rtf

Can Drug Trafficking Be Stopped?
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9 pages in length. The question is simple but the answer is anything but easy. Is there a way to stop drug trafficking in this lifetime, or has the entire problem reached such epidemic proportions that any attempts to do so prove no more effective than providing Band-Aid solutions? Clearly, there is no conspicuous defense against drug trafficking other than to make it stop; however, as elementary as such an observation may be, it does not provide even the first iota of understanding just how to go about such a monumental task. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Cannabis Sativa (Marijuana) & Its Effects On The Human Body
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A 5 page overview of Cannabis sativa (marijuana), its effects on the human body and the controversy surrounding whether these effects are beneficial or detrimental. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Case study: Sam
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Analysis of a case study concerning mental health and substance abuse issues in young people, from the community health worker's perspective. Bibliography lists 2 sources
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Case Study: Teenage Alcoholic
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses the case of a nineteen-year-old son of an alcoholic who presents with depression, significant weight loss, tremors, poor personal hygiene, unsubstantiated fears and anxieties, irritability and combative personality. History, diagnosis, synopsis of sessions and treatment approach is discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCCSAlc.rtf

Causative Factors in Drug Abuse: Psychological and Sociological Factors
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A 4 page examination of the question of whether an individual's inclination to abuse drugs is affected more by social factors or psychological factors. The author contends that while psychology can play a role even it is affected by social circumstance. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Causes of Aggression
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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.
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Causes of Alcoholism
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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.
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Central Intelligence Agency and LSD
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This 6 page report discusses the fact that illegal drugs have been a top concern of the CIA for decades but in the 1950s and 1960s, that concern was based more on what certain drugs could accomplish for the CIA rather than what the drugs would do to human beings. It took full advantage of its power to take any sort of action in secrecy and tested LSD on both willing and completely unaware people. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Changing Attitudes Toward Alcohol
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A 3 page paper assessing a rum advertisement for brand promotion and consumer education in the dangers of over-consumption. The paper also discusses changing social views and recent research, which combine to force us to assess what level of alcohol consumption can be accepted as being moderate. Even though the makers of Captain Morgan’s seek to represent the progress of greatly excessive consumption, their costly advertising is more successful in only promoting the brand. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Chemical Dependency Issues
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This 5 page paper looks at different issues concerned with the treatment of individuals with addiction problems, including drugs and alcohol. The paper discusses what the characteristics of the chemically dependant individual are, the treatment process for the chemically dependant individuals including assessments, why relapse prevention is an integral part of the treatment, why the recovery process is so important, the pharmacological approach to dependency treatment and some of the obstacles encountered by the chemical dependency professional. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
Filename: TEchemdep.rtf

CHILD ABUSE AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
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This 7-page paper offers a literature review/AP style paper that discusses the connection between substance abuse and violence against children. Also under discussion are implications for treatment from a social worker standpoint. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTchsuab.rtf

Childhood Sexual Abuse As A Predictor Of Adolescent Substance Abuse
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A 20 page research proposal that suggests a correlation between childhood sexual abuse and adolescent substance abuse. Bibliography lists more than a dozen sources.
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Children Of Alcoholic Parents
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A 12 page paper. Children of alcoholic parents face very special challenges in life. They are also at high risk for developing a number of psychological and behavioral problems. This essay discusses the number of children living with an alcoholic parent, the effects of this home environment, the different problems the children may exhibit and interventions that may be implemented. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Children Of Alcoholics
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8 pages in length. Children of alcoholics (COAs) are a group of individuals who suffer the plight of their parents' alcoholism. As many as six point six million children live with at least one alcoholic parent. Many researchers attest to the fact that familial influence is the primary reason COAs seek solace in the comforting effects of alcohol. The writer discusses factors concerning COAs and the treatment options available. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Children of Alcoholics are more likely to become Alcoholics Themselves
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This 7 page thesis paper begins by stating that children of alcoholics often to grow up to be alcoholics themselves. Proof is provided in terms of the genetic predisposition but much of the paper focuses on the family system. Systems theory is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Chlamydia: An Imminent Threat to Philadelphia Teens
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A 7 page outline of the description and effects of Chlamydia, a bacteria which can have severe consequences for Philadelphia teens and indeed for individuals around the world, claiming four million victims in 2000 alone. Teens in particular are extremely susceptible to this potentially catastrophic organism. Philadelphia teens in particular exhibit a number of behavioral patterns which make them extremely susceptible to this sexually transmitted organism. Indeed, statistics for fifteen to nineteen year olds from around the nation rank Philadelphia third in the nation (outranked by Richmond Virginia and St. Louis Missouri) in the number of chlamydia cases which exist there. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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