Assignment task:
Substance abuse/addiction can occur simultaneously with criminal activity. What are some of the types of co-occurrences (which crimes occur commonly with addiction)? What type of response do you feel that the criminal justice system should have for offenders who are also addicts?
Research one drug that can be abused. This can be prescription drugs or not. Provide information on the known behavioral and physical changes of the drug and the side effects that happen when someone is in withdrawal or is trying to quit. What types of crimes or victimizations is a person using this drug more likely to perpetrate/experience?