ESSAY ADDICTION IN ADOLESCENCE

You will then write an essay of at least 600 words, drawing information from this course, outside readings, and presentations for that module/week. The essay must be strongly supported with proper citations of 2–3 current, scholarly sources in current APA format; include a reference page at the end. These sources must be less than 10 years old. DO NOT write opinions, but support your answers to the questions with your readings.

 

MUST BE ORIGINAL AND IN PROPER APA AND SUBMITTED ON TIME BY NOVEMBER 24, 2016 BY 11PM EASTERN STANDARD TIME

 

Essay 3 – Addiction in Adolescence

Explain in detail (using course readings/presentations from this module/week) the relationship between abuse and addiction in adolescence. How does abuse or addiction affect the developing brain of an adolescent? How does a healthy spiritual development affect the likelihood of use/abuse/addiction in the adolescent years? Discuss local news coverage of alcohol or drug-related stories to adolescent use in your area. Give details on the prevalence of addiction based on your readings and the news stories. Are differing viewpoints considered, analyzed, and treated?

 

For each essay, ensure that the conclusion contains a good summary of the issues treated and offer suggestions for further study.