Drug use dates back to __?__ age.
stone
Egyptian relics used __?__.
opium.
Incas used __?__.
cocaine.
__?__ has a 5,000 year history.
Cannabis
In 19th century, __?__ and __?__ was derived.
morphine; codeine
Civil War soldiers used __?__.
morphine.
Harrison Act (1914)
Regulate opium and coca products
Marijuana Tax Act of 1937
Placed $100 tax of an ounce of drug
Boggs Act (1951)
Penalties for possession and trafficking marijuana
Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act (Controlled Substance Act) 1970
Updated all federal laws since the Harrison Act
Uniform Controlled Substances Act
State laws must conform to federal laws
Title 21
Stiff penalties for drug offenses
2010 Survey - __?__ of Americans over the age of 12 are drugs users
8.9%
2010 Survey - __?__ is the #1 most commonly used illicit drug
Marijuana
2010 Survey - __?__ of youth between 12-17 are dependent on marijuana
6.9%
__?__ Drug Dependency: Where your body needs it, your body has become addicted.
Biological
__?__ Drug Dependency: You think you need it to survive.
Psychological
Withdrawal:
Symptoms you feel when you stop using the drug
Tolerance
EX.: When 1 beer used to give you a buzz, now you need 15
Drug __?__: Using prescription drugs
Use
Drug __?__: Overusing prescription drugs or illegal drugs.
Abuse
1950s
Heroin was high among males.
1960s
Heroin was popular, but marijuana was the drug of choice.
1970s
Heroin became popular again, especially among young males.
1980s
Cocaine was the drug of choice among the proper and educated and among the ~20 year olds.
1990s-2000s
Crank was popular (Poor Man's Cocaine)
Money laundering
The process of concealing sources of money. Money which is evidently the proceeds of a crime is referred to as "dirty" money, and money which has been "laundered" to appear legitimate is referred to as "clean" money.
__?__ implications of the drug trade on producer countries.
Political
Corrupt __?__, many people addicted to the drug.
governments
Drug Court:
A program that is very strict that helps abusers make it through quitting.
Methadone:
A drug that is prescribed to help heroin users.
Residential Therapeutic Facilities:
-Bradford Help Services
-Drug and Alcohol Abuse counseling
Education:
D.A.R.E Program
War On Drugs:
Trying to look at legalization
In 2010, __?__ of people over the age of 12 are drinkers.
51%
In 2010, __?__ of current drinkers are 12-17 years old.
13%
In 2010, out of that 13%, __?__ are binge drinkers.
7%
The Eighteenth Amendment
From the 1920s
The Twenty-first Amendment
1933; Got rid of the 18th Amendment
Drug and Alcohol: __?__ of people arrested for a violent crime said that they used alcohol right before the crime
40%
Drug and Alcohol: __?__ of prison inmates have gotten into a physical fight while drinking. (2)
33% (2)
Drug and Alcohol: __?__ of inmates considered themselves to be daily drinkers. (1)
33% (1)
Drunk Driving: In 2009, over __?__ people were killed in alcohol related accidents.
10,000
M.A.D.D.
- Mothers Against Drunk Drivers
In 2009, __?__ drives were driving under the influence. (Alcohol or narcotics.)
1.4 million
Statutory Rape
Sexual intercourse with a person under the age of consent.
Prostitution
Getting paid to have sex
__?__ can be both men and women.
Prostitutes
__?__ is a major money making industry.
Prostitution
Who is involved: The Prostitute
The Actor
Who is involved: The Pimp
The Manager
Who is involved: The Madams
The Manager of the Prostitution House)
Hooker/Street Walker
Lowest and least respected
Massager Parlor Prostitute
The mid-level prostitute
Call Girls
Highest and most respected