Discussion Post
Let's take a look at some recent cases of teen drug abuse: (YouTube Videos)
o Alcoholism and drug abuse in teenagers-Megan Hanley-TEDxBarringtonHighSchool.
o The life of an adolescent battling drug addiction
o Story time-Overcoming my addiction to marijuana (This video contains language that may not be suitable.)
Directions
After viewing the above videos, apply concepts from your text and readings that may help to explain the teens' attitudes and willingness to use and abuse drugs.
1) What cognitive factors explain the teens' attitudes about drugs?
2) What socioemotional factors explain the teens' attitudes about drugs?
3) Explain how these factors may play a role in teen addiction.
4) If a parent of a teen came to you for advice about drug education, what would you tell them?
The response should include a reference list. One-inch margins, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space and APA style of writing and citations.