Chapter 4-Consciousness Drug Effects on the Brain and Behavior

Instructions: Research, crticially think, and answer the following questions in it’s entirety regarding the following contents on drugs and the impact on the brain and behavior. Also, identify the Class/Category of the drug (ex: stimulant, opiates, etc.).

GHB: What is date rape and how has GHB been implicated as a date-rape drug?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

ALCOHOL: What is meant by binge drinking, and how prevalent is binge drinking on college campuses?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

MARIJUANA: Should marijuana be legalized nationwide? Why or why not?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

 

HEROIN: What is the rate of heroin use in your geographic area, and what is being done in your city to treat those with heroin addiction?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

ECSTASY: Should Ecstasy be used for therapeutic purposes, such as for treatment of depression from loss of a loved one? Why or why not?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

RITALIN: Is Ritalin over-prescribed for children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Why or why not?
Class/Category of Drug:

 

NICOTINE: Should nicotine be made illegal? Why or why not?
Class/Category of Drug: