Discuss how prescription drugs can be abused and lead to addiction

In this project, you should identify abused substances and their various effects.

 

Complete this project with option 1) written paper

 

Include the following:

• Explain the psychology and physiology of addiction.
• Identify specific drug substances covering the following categories: stimulants, depressants, narcotics, hallucinogens, and cannabis.
• Discuss the addiction potential of various abused substances, what effects they have, and withdrawal symptoms.
• Discuss how prescription drugs can be abused and lead to addiction.

Use at least three outside sources, such as articles from the University Library.

 

Option 1): Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper

 

 

Format your paper or presentation consistent with APA guidelines.

 

Book used in class:

 

Levinthal, C. F. (2012). Drugs, behavior, and modern society (7th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.