Posted: April 17th, 2015

Significant Events in the Field of Addictions

Prepare a two page paper that includes the following:

Describe two historical events that you believe contributed most to the field of addictions.

Explain the contribution of each event to the contemporary field of addictions.

Explain why you chose each event as being one of the most significant.

Research two websites dedicated to some aspect of the field of addictions. Analyze 2-3 trends that emerged from your review.

Cite the sources you used following APA Guidelines

To prepare

Read following articles

A Longitudinal Study of Risk Factors for Incident Drug Use in Adults. Findings from a Representative Sample of the U.S. Population.

A Political History of Federal Mental Health and Addiction Insurance Parity

2010 U.S. Drug and Alcohol Policy, Looking Back and Moving Forward

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Use by Addictions Professionals: Historical Authors:

The History of the field of addictions brings to mind the idiom “all or nothing.” In earlier times moderation appeared to have few proponenets. The pilgrims in the U.S. widely accepted drinking as healthy. By the early 1880’s, clergymen ushered in the temperance movement, which stigmatized drinkers as “corrupt.” acceptability of practices such as drinking is one aspect of significance in the field of addictions that has evolved over time. Other considerations include types of addictions, treatment, intervention, and populations engaging in addictive behavior.

Familarity with historical events in the field of addictions provides addictions professionals with a foundation for understanding emerging trends.eSH Terms:

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