Drug education

Date Submitted: 12/21/2004 07:45:35
Category: / Social Sciences
Length: 3 pages (688 words)
A major problem that exists within Canadian society is the abuse of mind-altering substances. Such narcotics cause not only health problems, but also violent and potentially criminal acts. A mind-altering narcotic can be defined as both the legal and illegal type. The four main categories of drugs are: narcotics, CNS depressants, CNS stimulants, and hallucinogens. Most of these drugs are highly addictive and are usually obtained by prescription or are considered a banned substance and …
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…sanctions under school, local, state, or federal law for the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs. These examples, along with the use of fear, should provide a very effective method of deterring students from ever wanting to, or becoming curious with experimentation of drugs. Works Cited Fischer, B. (1994) ''Maps and Moves'' The International Journal of Drug Policy. 1995. Sternberg, Robert J. In Search of the Human Mind. Harcourt Brace College: Publishers:Toronto. 1995.
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