Substance Abuse The sociocultural theory‚ the behavioral/cognitive theory and the biological theory are all Viewpoints with which I agree. These viewpoints all share certain elements. The sociocultural theory holds that substance abuse results from stress and environmental factors. In situations where low socioeconomics and unemployment are evident‚ drugs are commonly used as a means of relief from stress. The behavioral/cognitive viewpoint sees the situational substance
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Substance Abuse KHP 230: Human Health and Wellness 1-27-2015 BY: Katelyn McGraw Everyday there are more and more young people using drugs and drinking alcohol. These numbers have increased dramatically. This could cause things to be more dangerous for other people. I know that there are many reasons why are youth are want to try these things. They do it because they might be bored. Others think it makes them seem older. Some are just silly enough to think that their reputation is at stake
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List at least 7 practical lessons that can be summarized in a sentence Provide an anecdote from the history of Barefoot Wines that illustrates each of the nuggets you identify. 1. When you get into a corner you say “Hey‚ look‚ a puppy!” – Although this sounds a bit silly‚ it is a great lesson when you are in a board room or in a meeting and backed into a corner with nowhere to go. You simply change the subject to release the tension and focus on something else that will possibly lead to some solutions
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Substance abuse- Inhalants The term substance refers to chemical compound that are ingested in order to alter mood or behavior. Substance use: It is the ingestion of psycho active substance (which alters mood or behavior) in moderate amount that does not significantly interfere with social‚ educational or occupational functioning. Eg: Drinking a cup of coffee in the morning in order to wake up. Substance intoxication: It means our physiological reaction to ingested substances that is getting high
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EN.ACT.US Each of us has within us an entrepreneurial spirit. A passion that—if unleashed—can inspire others to act. A talent that—if developed—can create opportunity for ourselves‚ our families and our communities. An idea that—if cultivated—can build a healthier‚ more prosperous and peaceful world. In fact‚ human progress literally depends upon our collective ability to tap into this spirit‚ and channel the unique talents and passions and ideas we each possess toward creating good in the world
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Military Veterans face many life changing stressors while away on active duty as well as when they return home. To cope with the stress‚ drugs and alcohol become a way to self-medicate and cover the unseen pain. Substance abuse‚ because of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)‚ is a coping mechanism for some of the nation’s Veterans‚ but with proper medical attention‚ treatment is possible. PTSD can occur after a traumatic event‚ in which there are four types of symptoms: reliving the event or
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In the Shadows of Death Herbert Mason’s retelling of the Sumerian epic poem Gilgamesh‚ is about a king who learns that he is not capable of having eternal life. Throughout his journey‚ Gilgamesh comes to realize the harsh realities of life‚ the power of acceptance‚ impermanence‚ and transformation. He discovers that moving on from death does not mean overcoming death‚ and because Gilgamesh has the blood of man‚ he will never have the ability to live like a god. Ultimately‚ although Gilgamesh has
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In his article‚ "A Spirit Reborn‚" Safire reminded me of the things that we really should be considering today. We should be thinking of our unfinished work as citizens and students of the world. We should be thinking of the tasks that remain before us if we believe in the freedom our parents and ancestors died to protect. Now‚ in the spirit of Abraham Lincoln and the Gettysburg Address‚ I wish to use this occasion as an opportunity to call attention once again to what our 16th President reminded
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medical and even spiritual properties. Many individuals are able to use substances with no negative consequences‚ but for many it can lead to addiction. Addiction will lead the individuals to have to chronic‚ relapsing‚ and compulsive behavior despite the known negative side effects. There are many substances that can lead to addiction and these substances are broken down into categories (Capuzzi & Stauffer‚ 2015). Substances that are popular and highly addictive yet cause very different out reactions
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of wine before going to bed‚ or I only smoke to relax myself. My community is drowning from substance abuse‚ drugs and alcohol. “People abuse substances such as drugs‚ alcohol‚ and tobacco for varied and complicated reasons‚ but it is clear that our society pays a significant cost. The toll for this abuse can be seen in our hospitals and emergency departments through direct damage to health by substance abuse and its link to physical trauma. Jails and prisons tally daily the strong connection
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