Chapter 5: Alcohol and Other Drugs
Essay



1.  

Define drug abuse, addiction, and dependence. Does the sociological definitions of these terms differ from the lay impression? If so, how?



2.  

Distinguish between alcoholics and problem drinkers. Provide an example in each category.



3.  

Write an essay that responds to the question, "Who drinks?" Be sure to include biological factors, socioeconomic factors, sex, age, religion, and cultural influences in your answer.



4.  

What forms of treatment are available for alcoholism? Be sure to include a description of Alcoholics Anonymous, antabuse, and the Johnson intervention in your answer.



5.  

Write an essay describing the most commonly abused drugs, as discussed in the text.



6.  

Describe the different drug treatment programs that are discussed in the text.


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