Select 1 of the following theory categories that attempts to explain why people use drugs as solutions to their mental, emotional, and physical problems:
• Medical • Biological • Psychological • Sociological
Using the library, course materials, textbook, and Web resources, research your selected category of theories, and select 2 of the major theories within that category. Assignment Details Address the following in 3-5 pages:
• What 2 theories did you select? Briefly identify and describe them. • For each theory, answer the following questions: o How does this theory explain drug use and abuse? Explain in detail. o Does this theory support a strong relationship between drug use and crime? Explain in detail. • Find 2 articles about individuals who were charged with a crime while under the influence of illicit substances. Answer the following questions: o Briefly describe the individual, the offense, and the drugs used. o How much of an influence did drugs appear to have on the individual with regard to committing the crime? Explain. o Do the cases found in your selected articles support your selected theories? Why or why not? o Based on your research, what is the scope of the relationship between drugs and crime? Explain. • Be sure to reference all sources using APA style.
