It is also argued that even anti-drugs campaigns have had an effect on the increase of drug taking rather than a decrease; Hornik found that his anti-drugs campaign only encouraged an increase in marijuana use, he then concluded that campaigns are not effective to young people due to them being frequently exposed to shocking images and that drug campaigns carry subtle messages that a lot of people are trying the drug which leads them to wanting to try it for themselves. This explanation of the role of media in addictive behaviour may help to explain why the majority of this behaviour is observed in the western world where there is the most exposure to media influences. However in Afghanistan, where there is arguably less media influences; this can therefore argue that this explanation is reductionist as it fails to account for other factors such as the role of genetic inheritance or emotions; Comings found that smokers and ex-smokers had a 48% increased incidence of the A1 variant of the DRD2 gene compared to 25% of the general population, this suggests that genetic inheritance does play a role in the initiation of addictive behaviours. The SLT
Outline and evaluate two risk factors of addiction (10) One risk factor to developing an addiction is peer pressure. Peers influence attitudes and consequently alter behaviour of a certain individual, particularly at younger age. Peers will create positive attitudes towards the addictive behaviour favoured by the group e.g. smoking, which means that the individual is more likely to conform to that behaviour. Most people will conform to the group activities as they have a desire to be accepted and avoid rejection.
On the other hand, it may not always be easy to evaluate psychoanalysis scientifically, due the fact that some concepts, for instance insight and repression is difficult to measure. For instance if the client’s behaviour improves, then insight has take place, if not then, it seems that insight has not worked. Moreover, the psychoanalysis has been criticized, for not always having a great deal of effect. For example, figures
The author did a phenomenal job at explain different reasons as to why teenagers drink. The one that stuck out to me was because teenagers go through things that they don’t always feel comfortable sharing but alcohol brings them comfort. This is something that I had never thought about. Bichler also brought up points like the dangers of alcohol, what teenagers mostly drink, and the choices that teenagers make. This would me a fantastic source for my paper because of the different insights that it brings forth.
Comparison of Model Comparison of Model Paper Melanie Smith PCN 501 Grand Canyon University Kenneth Hall June 17, 2013 This comparison model paper is designed to look at both a psychological and neurobiological approach to addictions. Each model is designed to look at how a person can become or recover from addiction, and what are the underlying factors that cause the addiction. Learning Model The learning model dates back to Pavlov and Skinner, with a take on classical conditioning, and operant conditioning. Research shows that that with the use of psychoactive drugs produces a variety of learned behaviors (O'Brien, Childress, & McLellean, Ehrman, 1992). Clinical studies have shown that in “cocaine addicts produced evidence
NEOROSCIENCE Name of Candidate: Number: ABSTRACT Some areas in psychology have been subjects of postulations and hypothesis without sufficient evidence to back them up. One of such areas include the neurodevelopmental marker for limbic maldevelopment in antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy, and also the association of violent video games and aggressive behaviors. It was found out in a study that the presence of a cavum septum pellucidum is strongly associated with antisocial personality disorders and psychopathy. The study proves to give sufficient reason to believe this which opens up the need for the early prevention of this maldevelopment. Another area is to test the hypothesis that violent video games predisposes to
You cannot possibly overdose on marijuana. It does however affect your mind state. It leaves you with a feeling of euphoria. Life is stressful; negativity, depression, and anxiety are not healthy. Consuming a little bit of marijuana can help you overcome a stressful day, and maybe even turn your day around.
This paper will focus on the benefits of legalizing marijuana. The benefits of legalizing marijuana far outweigh the benefits of continuing to criminalize the drug and will be made apparent through the research conducted here. Much of the legal system is tied up with the handling of marijuana offenders resulting
Marijuana being illegal is only making us spend more money. All of this would make America better in my opinion. The only downside I see to legalizing marijuana would be the easy access to everyone. Specially the children, they are ones we worry about, but if we are as strict as we are with cigarettes and liquor, I think things will be ok. We will just need to raise the fines and be harsh with them. Now stores would not want to sell it illegally to minors.
I realize that there will always be people who will abuse the substance, just as there are those who abuse alcohol. With any mind-altering substance, moderation is key. I realize that simply legalizing marijuana will not be nearly as easy to do as it sounds. However, I believe that the benefits of legalizing the substance far outweigh the drawbacks. If something that has been considered an evil for so long can be turned into something good, I don't see any reason why it should not be done.