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Adolescent substance abuse

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Paper instructions:

For this Assignment, select one of the topics listed below, research the topic using primary sources, and be sure to respond to the questions. The paper should be 4–5 pages long (body) and should specifically address all parts of the question.

 

Along with the text, use a minimum of five scholarly journals, books, articles, or other academic sources. You will find many journal articles pertaining to your topic of choice.

Textbook Information

Title:                                        Development Through the Lifespan, 6th Edition
Author:                                    Laura. E. Berk
ISBN:                                      0205958699 
Publisher:                                Pearson
eBook or Physical text:            Physical text


The research paper should:

Follow Assignment directions (review grading rubric for best results).
Use correct APA formatting per the APA Publication Manual, 6th Edition.
Demonstrate college-level communication through the composition of original materials in Standard American English.
Be written in Standard American English and be clear, specific, and error-free. If needed, be sure to use the Kaplan University Writing Center for help.
Your Assignment should include:

Title Page.
Abstract.
Body of the paper (4–5 pages).
Reference Page.
Select one of the following for the focus of your paper:

Explain how adolescents develop substance abuse problems. 
What influences lead them to drinking or using drugs?
What risk factors are common amongst adolescents who develop addictive disorders?
Using one of the developmental theories that you have studied, explain how the adolescent’s self-identity is affected by the addiction.
Propose interventions that could be used to reduce the risk of experimenting with alcohol and drug use.
Emotional Intelligence


To meet the writing requirement, you will need to demonstrate the use of clear communication that is well-ordered, unified, and insightful. Work will display proper content for the Assignment, as well as proper organization, grammar, paragraphs, mechanics, and APA writing style.

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