RDC Paper #1 Eng. 111 Ivy Tech State College Wednesday Sept. 4‚ 2013 Addiction is a worldwide epidemic. Many people in all parts of the world have addictions. Whether it be gambling‚ exercise‚ illicit drugs‚ shopping‚ or sugar. Studies show that nearly 80% of people have some sort of an addiction. I have always found addiction and addictive behavior to be very interesting. Some addicts are believed to have been born with an addictive personality. People born with addictive personalities are
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There are 5 specific classes of drugs that are usually tested‚ including amphetamines‚ cocaine‚ TCH‚ Opiates‚ Phencyclidine‚ nicotine and alcohol. Some employers might also require you to undergo screening for benzodiazepines‚ barbiturates and methadone‚ among others. There are also several other drugs that can be detected through this test‚ though they are rarely tested for. These drugs include inhalants‚ hallucinogens‚ anabolic steroids and
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Background Problem alcohol use is common among illicit drug users and is associated with adverse health outcomes. It is also an important factor in poor prognosis among drug users with hepatitis C virus (HCV) as it impacts progression to hepatic cirrhosis or opiate overdose in opioid users. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the effects of psychosocial interventions for problem alcohol use in adult illicit drug users with concurrent problem alcohol use (principally‚ problem drug users
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HNC HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE Protection of Individuals from Harm and Abuse SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT - THE GREEN FAMILY Assessor – Muriel Stirling Student Name: Emma Byfield ID No: EC1312830 WORD COUNT: HNC SOCIAL CARE DH3P 34 PROTECTION OF INDIVIDUALS FROM POSSIBLE HARM AND ABUSE MARKING SCHEDULE STUDENT Emma Byfield TUTOR Muriel Stirling SATISFACTORY REMEDIATION 1 Recognised definition of abuse Explanation showing understanding Explanation of value base for this area of work
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Table of Contents Title Page i Approval Sheet ii Table of Contents iii Acknowledgement iv Dedication v Part I Introduction 1 A. Statements of the Study 3 B. Scope of the study 4 C. Significance of the study 5 D. Definition of terms 6 Part III Main Discussion Drug Addiction 45 Drug Problems in the Philippines 46 Drug Withdrawal 52 Drug Rehabilitation 53 Role of affect dysregulation in Addiction
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UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE A. General Information 1. Name (First‚ MI‚ Last) Timothy Allen Koch 4. Mailing Address (No.‚ Street‚ City‚ State‚ Zip Code) 3103 35th Ave Council Bluffs‚ IA‚ 51501 Candidate Profile The US Postal Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer 2. Primary Phone 402-709-4555 5. Mobile Phone 402-709-4555 3. Business Phone 712-325-5100 6. Preferred Phone Mobile Phone 8. Position Applied For 7. Place of Birth (City & State or City & Country) Council Bluffs‚ IA 9
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Substance Related Disorders | By: Kendra Neeley | Substance related disorders are a very common form of disorder which causes severe medical‚ social and psychological problems with the individuals that abuse the substance as well as individuals involved with those individuals. In this paper‚ we will discuss history‚ symptoms‚ influences and treatment. | | Kendra Neeley Substance Related Disorders Substance related disorders are a very common form of disorder which causes severe medical
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Medical Marijuana Chris Carr There seems to be a constant need to provide conflict in our society. Everywhere you turn you will find articles fighting against the legalization of medical marijuana‚ which in this state‚ is already legal. What an interesting concept having to continue to defend the legality and why it should be legal in the first place. Heaven forbid we have something that actually helps people tolerate the pain they have to constantly live with. Why would we want to give them
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MEDICATION SIMULATION (DRUG STUDY) CASE of PATIENT: Hypertensive Urgency GENERIC NAME: Amlodipine besylate BRAND NAME: norvasc DOSE: 10mg/1tab twica a day AVAILABILITY: Tablet TIMING: 8am-6pm ROUTE: Oral ACTION INDICATION/s SPECIAL PRECAUTION/s CONTRAINDICATIONS SIDE EFFECTS NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES Inhibits calcium ion influx across cardiac and smooth muscle cells‚ thus decreasing myocardial contractility and oxygen demand; also dilates coronary arteries and arterioles
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Negative effects and impact of drugs on a user and their family Negative effects and impact of drugs on a user and their family Drugs‚ such as heroin‚ cocaine‚ and prescription pain relievers encompass negative effects on users and his or her family members physically and mentally‚ however there are various treatment options for the drug or drugs abused. In 2003‚ 7.1% of Americans aged 12 or older were classified as current substance abusers. Statistically significant increases in the use
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