Multicomponent individualized smoking cessation intervention for patients with lung disease
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A 10 page review of a study completed in Iceland evaluating the effectiveness of a one-year smoking cessation program. This paper comments on the appropriateness of the study’s inclusion in a systematic review of the literature related to this intervention. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPnrsSmokingCess.rtf

Multicultural Counseling in Substance Abuse: Blacks and Hispanics
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A 16 page paper discussing the need for cultural awareness on the part of treatment personnel. Cultural characteristics can dictate individuals’ reactions to stressors and treatment, and those involved in treatment must be aware of the individual’s culture’s views of and reactions to substance abuse. One of the hallmarks of current treatment methods is to encourage and support additional education and job training, which also is more difficult to accomplish among African American and Hispanic populations. The treating clinician needs to be aware of these aftercare difficulties early on, and to take steps that seek to circumvent the cultural barriers that exist. Toward this end, this paper discusses current preferred methods of substance abuse treatment, trends in demographic changes and cultural implications among African American and Hispanic ethnic groups. It concludes that culture influences how both groups come to seek substance abuse treatment and how they react to it. Clinicians not only have to be aware of cultural differences, they also need to directly address aftercare issues of education and employment. Includes an abstract and a 1-page outline. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: KSpsychMultiCounsel.rtf

Nassau Alternative Advocacy Program Analysis
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A 10 page paper. The Nassau Alternative Advocacy Program Outpatient Clinic is located in Long Island, NY. It is a substance abuse clinic that provides a myriad of services, including counseling. This paper proposes the clinic expand its services to include Spanish-speaking and Polish-speaking counselors. The paper provides demographic data, the goals of the change, and uses Lewin's Force Field Analysis to analyze the proposed change. Budgetary issues are discussed, also. 1 Table is included. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGnaap.rtf

Negative Effects of Alcohol
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A 3 page paper which examines the negative effects of alcohol. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAahh3.rtf

Nursing an Alcoholic
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This 5 page paper looks at the problems and the nurse may encounter when treating an alcoholic, the ways they may treat the patient and overcome the barrier s and how they may then disengage from therapeutic relationship. The bibliography cites 16 sources.
Filename: TEalcnur.rtf

Opinions on Underage Drinking
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This 3 page paper summarizes four articles that express various points of view with regard to the issue.
Filename: HVDrink.rtf

Opium: History And Social Impact
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8 pages in length. Opium was the drug of choice during eighteenth- and nineteenth-century America. Popularized for its mood-altering capability, opium was first consumed in crude form and then later transformed into various recreational and medicinal strains. From the juice of the opium plant's poppy came laudanum and paragoric, two alcoholic extracts; black drop or Quaker's opium; and a preparation for smoking, of which the Chinese immigrants were particularly fond. However, crude opium was the most popularized form centuries ago, inasmuch as approximately ten percent of its composition is that of alkaloid morphine, its most powerful mood-altering ingredient. The writer discusses the history of opium usage, as well as contemporary efforts to curb opiate popularity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCopium.wps

Opposition To Drunk Driving
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6 pages in length. Despite the tendency to be lenient with an individual's first DUI offense, there is absolutely no reason to extend anything but the full force of the law when drivers are pulled over - and subsequently arrested - for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. One only needs to look at the harrowing statistics to realize how drunk drivers do not deserve a second or third chance before they are finally dealt with as the criminals they truly are. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCDrnkDrvOpp.rtf

Oral Cancer, Dentists, and Oral Hygienists
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This 5 page report discusses the fact that for oral cancer, tobacco use is the biggest risk factor and alcohol seems to increase the risk when used in combination with tobacco. In fact, research has shown that alcohol consumption increase the risk twofold to threefold compared with nonsmoking abstainers. Unfortunately, the awareness by the general public of oral cancer in comparison with other forms of cancer is quite low. As a result, diagnoses are often needless delayed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWorcanc.wps

Parental Alcoholism & Children
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A 10 page paper in which the writer discusses how parental alcoholism is rampant within the American family, and its effects on children are particularly devastating. The writer explains how the various life stages are individually affected by alcoholic parents, as well as addresses their long term consequences. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Paralch.wps

Parental Influence and Availability of Alcohol in the Home - Their Impact on Teen Drinking:
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This 10 page paper examines the role that moderate parental drinking has on the drinking habits of their children. This paper includes a review of literature to examine the pertinent data and studies on this subject, and concludes that parents indeed do have a signficant influence on the drinking habits of their children. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: GSDrinkg.rtf

Parental Influence On Teenage Drinking
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This 15 page paper reflects a descriptive study on how parental influence impacts teenage drinking. The paper begins with an abstract of the study. Sections include: problem statement that begins with data on the incidence and prevalence of alcohol use by youngsters between the ages of 12 and 20 in the U.S. These data are used to justify the importance of the study. The research question and goal of the paper are outlined along with the method for obtaining articles. The literature review presents studies and other information about teenage drinking and the factors that influence this behavior. The paper ends with a discussion and recommendations. Statistical data are included. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: PGteendrn.rtf

Past And Current Trends Of The Use And Abuse Of Substances In The United States
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4 pages in length. Substance abuse in the United States is not only an epidemic problem across the country, but it has also become an unwitting component in the fundamental fabric of everything American. Sadly, drugs and alcohol have affixed themselves to the very foundation of America's contemporary framework, a reality that has been a thorn in society's side for decades upon decades. Alcohol, clearly one of the most socially accepted of all mood-altering substances, found its niche when people defied bureaucratic attempts to drive it out of existence; since then, its impact upon society has been nothing short of incalculable. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCDrugTrnd.rtf

Personality Traits of Addicts and the Theoretical Approach of Cognitive Therapy
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This 7 page report discusses addiction and the fact that all addictions the product of many complex causes. Addiction rarely has a single standard or set of parameters other than the wholesale pain and despair it eventually causes. The theoretical approach of cognitive therapy in the context of group therapy is also discussed in relationship to treatment for addicts. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWaddict.doc

Persuasive Speech Opposing College-Age Alcohol Consumption
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This 5 page report is actually a persuasive speech regarding the discussing the dangers of drinking alcohol for college students. The "speaker" follows a classic speechmaking format of asking questions, telling a story, engaging the audience, and outlining the problems related to the topic. The effect of alcohol, the potential dangers, both social and physical, are also presented. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: BWalccol.rtf

Pete Hamill’s “A Drinking Life”
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A 5 page summary and analysis of this 1994 autobiography as it relates to the topic of alcoholism. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGphdrink.rtf

Pharmacology and Psychology of Marijuana
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This 6 page paper discusses the psychological and pharmacological reactions to marijuana use. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVPharMJ.rtf

Philosophical Outlook on the Pros and Cons of the Legalization of Drugs
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A 5 page paper which presents the pros and cons of legalizing drugs, from more of a philosophical point of view. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RAlegaldrgs.wps

Physical Effects of Marijuana Use
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A 12 page paper discussing some of the current research into what the actual physical effects of long-term marijuana might be. Studies of controlled subjects indicate that the effects of varying levels of THC generally last no more than 24 hours, but other researchers have concluded that lung function of long-term marijuana smokers is even more damaged than that of tobacco smokers. Still others have isolated precancerous cells from lung biopsies. What researchers know best at present is that there is much to learn about the subject. For now, the issue remains divided largely between the proponents and opponents of legalization measures. Includes an abstract. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Mariphys.wps

Policing, The War On Drugs And Racial Discrimination: Their Relationship In The United States
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9 pages in length. The vicious cycle of social determinism plagues virtually every aspect of life, however, no place is more evident of this than with the relationship among law enforcement, drugs and race. Policing such an overwhelming cause as rampant drug use has brought to light an interwoven component of ethnic inclusion to the point of rendering a social stigma to such a stereotype. The primary reason that these three seemingly unrelated entities are inextricably entangled with one another is because of the vicious cycle of poverty and crime, with particular emphasis upon the economic and political struggles of inner-city existence in the United States. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: TLCDrgRc.rtf

Post Traumatic Disorder and Alcoholism: A Treatment Plan for an African American Female
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An 8 page overview of a treatment plan proposed for a 23 year old African American female. The plan relies on residence at a group treatment facility, therapeutic sessions, general education, and frequent testing for alcohol use. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPstresB.rtf

PowerPoint Slides; The History of Marijuana
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This 3 page paper is a 6 slide presentation on the history of marijuana, how it has and is used and its status in the law on the United states, when it wes made illegal and the current views on its medical use. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEmajslide.rtf

Prenatal Drug Exposure / Diagnosis & Treatment
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An 8 page research essay on individualized and multilevel approaches to diagnosis and treatment of children with prenatal drug exposure. The writer reviews research literature to point out the complexity of the problem and offers a case study approach to treatment program determination. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Predrug.doc

Prescription Drug Abuse
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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 also identified. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGmedabse.rtf

Prescription Drugs
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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.
Filename: KTscptdg.wps

Prescription Drugs: Young Adults In The United States (19-25 Year)
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12 pages in length. The use and abuse of prescription drugs in the United States is a social problem that bleeds into every age, gender, ethnicity and economic status; that young adults have become a prominent player in this category is indicative of myriad persuasive elements that court the vulnerable individuals like a smitten lover. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: TLCPresDrugs.rtf

Prevention And Treatment Programs For Alcohol Abuse
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3 pages in length. Alcohol abuse occurs at all stages of life and can be triggered by a number of variables, not the least of which includes genetic predisposition, psychiatric disorders (depression, anxiety) and peer pressure, the latter being particularly associated with college-aged binge drinking. Prevention is the key to avoiding detrimental physical and psychological consequences of alcohol, however, treatment options exist for those who slip into the cyclical trap of abuse. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCAlcAbPre.rtf

Prison and Non-Violent Drug Offenders
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A 6 page paper which examines the conditions and experiences involved with the imprisonment of non-violent drug offenders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAdrg.rtf

Prisons Today and Drug Offenders
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A 5 page paper which explores the relationship between prison and drug offenders today. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAprsn.rtf

Problem of Teen Drinking in Society
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This 7 page paper explores the topic of adolescent use of alcohol sociologically. A variety of theories are discussed including functionalism and differential association. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Teendrso.wps

Program/Aiding Adult Female Victims of Childhood Sex Abuse
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An 8 page research paper that outlines an intervention program designed to aid women who are substance abusers that were sexually abused as children. Research has shown that women who were sexually abused as children and young adolescents are at-risk for substance abuse disorders to a much higher degree than the general population. It appears as substance abuse develops as a coping method that is a desperate attempt by the adult survivor of child abuse to deal with trauma. The following is a proposal for a treatment program that would be specifically designed to address the needs of these women. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khaafcsa.rtf

Prohibition and Social Change: Then And Now
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10 pages in length. Prohibition was instrumental in creating a significant amount of social change during and after its existence; depending upon one's opinion, those changes have been construed as both good and bad. Initially, with the act of drinking being illegal, it forced people into the underground and made them imbibe with fear always looming over their heads. After Prohibition was repealed, there came from its absence a renewed strength and vigor that engulfed those who opposed it law in the first place. The writer discusses who the impact Prohibition had upon social change was both anticipated and monumental. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCprohi.wps

Prohibition: Impact to the American Family
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A 6 page overview of the many family impacts of Prohibition. The author points out the positive impacts of the decrease in alcohol consumption but contrasts them with the societal costs of the black market that emerged. Bibliography list 5 sources.
Filename: PPprohib.rtf

Pros and Cons about the use of Ephedrine
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5 pages. The popular and well-known psychoactive drug Ephedrine is used in everything from sports medicine to diet pills. Many people also use it as a form of 'herbal Ecstasy' so that they can get high. The FDA warns of the dangers of the use of this drug, also known by its herbal name of Ma Huang. This paper will give both sides of the story on this interesting and controversial drug, Ephedrine. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: JAdrugpy.rtf

Pros And Cons Of Drug Legalization
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In 5 pages the author discusses the pros and cons of drug legalization. There are many pros and cons to the issue of drug legalization. In fact, there is an entire controversy that surrounds the legalization of drugs. Some feel that drug legalization would be beneficial, while others think that this would be a harmful step. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Procond.wps

Psychodynamic Analysis and Cognitive Behavioral Theory: Two Different Views of One Case Study
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This 10 page paper outlines two different views of one case study, resulting from an assessment of a particular client. This paper is based on a case study of "Richard," a 44 year old man who has been referred to a counseling situation by his primary care physician because of the physicians belief that he has a substantial drinking problem. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHAlcRi2.rtf

Psychodynamic Analysis and Cognitive Behavioral Theory: Two Different Views of One Case Study
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of two distinctly different approaches to managing one example case study: the psychodynamic analysis and cognitive behavioral theory. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHAlcRic.rtf

Psychological Aspects of Marijuana Use
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This 2 page paper provides an overview of the psychological effects of smoking pot. Medicinal uses are explored and statistics are provided. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA006pot.rtf

Psychological Effects of Alcoholism
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In 5 pages, the author discusses the psychological effects of alcoholism. Alcohol is a powerful drug that causes physical, social, and psychological effects. Those effects include anxiety and depression. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PCefalc.doc

Psychosocial Motivators of Drug Use
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A 10 page look at the most important psychosocial reasons why people turn to drugs. The writer is concerned with making the point that the stereotypical image of an underprivileged, ethnic minority abusing drugs is hardly a realistic one. Depression, peer pressure, and high society acceptance are among the major factors examined. From a psychological standpoint, the role of education in preventing drug use & abuse is stressed. bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Motidrug.wps

Questions and Answers: Drugs and Racial Injustice
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A 6 page paper which examines some articles on drugs and racial injustice in the United States and then answers questions posed by the student requesting the paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAqadrg.rtf

Rationale for a Student Assistance Program
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A 13 page paper discussing the need for and structuring of a Student Assistance Program (SAP) in the school setting. There are many and varied programs available designed to help people of all ages deal with the stresses of life and focusing specifically on drug and alcohol abuse. Though many such programs exist, a feature common to most is that they are not well known in the communities they serve. Participation commonly is in the form of a "sentence" imposed by some civil authority, and many individuals already have lived most of their lives devoted to their specific addictions. Modeled on the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) model, the SAP works to accomplish identification and intervention much earlier, and on a voluntary basis in every case possible. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KS-SAPs.wps

Reaction To 12-Step Meeting
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3 pages in length. Expectations before attending the Alcoholics Anonymous meeting were to find a room full of sloppy, unkempt individuals who were considered to be on the fringe of civilized society. Not only was I prepared to avoid contact at all costs with these losers, but I was not even planning on staying for the entire meeting with the anticipation of being too repulsed by such mentally weak and physically slovenly individuals. I could not have been more wrong in my expectations, inasmuch as the meeting was filled with professional, well-groomed people who could well have been my own friends or family members. No bibliography.
Filename: TLC12-Step.rtf

Reefer Madness: Marijuana Use in the 1950s
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A 5 page overview of the impact illegal marijuana use had in the U.S. in the 1950s. This paper details the government's crusade against the drug and weighs out the many misperceptions that were perpetuated. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPmarij1950s.rtf

Reflections Following Attendance at a AA/Alanon Meeting
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of one individuals experiences upon attending an Alanon meeting. This paper considers the general perspectives on the meeting as well as specific experiences and emotions related to the specific elements of the meeting. This paper also includes an example of specific observations about the experiences offered.
Filename: MHAAview.wps