Impact of Drugs Assignment

PURPOSE: Is to describe the effects of various substances on consciousness, discuss the connection between substances and neurotransmitters, identify short- and long-term impacts on sensation and perception, and identify both the physical and psychological effects of various substances on the brain.

· Marijuana (THIS ONE)

Using the APA template attached, write a paper of 500-750 words addressing the following prompts:

1. Description of Marijuana drug including the classification of Marijuana (Stimulant, Depressant, Opioid, or Hallucinogen) and specific characteristics of this classification.

2. Explanation of the effects of the marijuana drug on the brain including neurotransmitters impacted and how are they impacted.

3. Description of the short-term and long-term effects on sensation (the five senses), perception, and consciousness.

4. Description of the physical (for example, withdrawal, cold sweats, tremors) and psychological aspects of addiction to marijuana.

NOTE * Cite a minimum of two scholarly sources (e.g., the textbook, Topic 2 Resources , and articles located in the GCU Library). In addition, for this paper, you may find websites, such as American Addictions Centers, National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), or Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) helpful. Cite information summarized from the sources within the paper (in-text citations) and include a full APA reference list (All with hanging indent) for sources cited.