Criminal Justice DrugFacts. “The Science of Drug Use: A Resource for the Justice Sector.” National Institute on Drug Abuse, https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/criminal-justice/science-drug-use-resource-justice-sector. November 23,2022.

Summary

The resource covers various aspects of drug use, including the neurobiology of addiction, the impact of different drugs on the brain and behavior, the development of tolerance and withdrawal, and the factors that contribute to addiction. It also delves into the public health approach to drug use, emphasizing harm reduction strategies and alternative sentencing models. Moreover, the guide discusses the latest research findings on the effectiveness of treatment and rehabilitation programs, diversion programs, and the implications of drug policy on the justice system.

Rehtorical Analysis

This website is used to give key facts on what different drugs do to a person and the side effects if a person try’s to withdrawal from the constant use. It goes in depth on how a person who’s an drug addict haves’ “triggers that remind them about their drug use… unless you take action to avoid your triggers”(Criminal Justice). With this in mind us as friends to people that have a drug problem can help in ways to prevent these triggers. And the fact this is for the Criminal justice it can be a crucial resource for them to drive strategic drug addiction treatment. Starting drug use can start from a young age where they “ are curious because others are doing it and they want to fit in. The last reason is very common among teens”(Criminal Justice). There is multiple points on what can lead to the use of drugs

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  • Trouble at home. If your home is an unhappy place, or was when you were growing up, you might be more likely to have a drug problem. When kids aren’t well cared for, or there are lots of fights, or a parent is using drugs, the chance of addiction goes up.
  • Mental health problems. People who have untreated mental health problems, such as depression or anxiety, or untreated attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to become addicted. They might use drugs to try to feel better.
  • Trouble in school, trouble at work, trouble with making friends. Failures at school or work, or trouble getting along with people, can make life hard. You might use drugs to get your mind off these problems.
  • Hanging around other people who use drugs. Friends or family members who use drugs might get you into trouble with drugs as well.
  • Starting drug use when you’re young. When kids or teens use drugs, it affects how their bodies and brains finish growing. Using drugs when you’re young increases your chances of becoming addicted when you’re an adult.
  • Your biology. Everyone’s bodies react to drugs differently. Some people like the feeling the first time they try a drug and want more. Other people hate how it feels and never try it again. Scientists don’t have a test yet that will predict how each person will react”(Criminal Justice).

At the end prominent information is given if help is need and will be a long road for drug addiction, so this doesn’t happen I and the source suggest not to take drugs at all.