Influences on Drug Abuse In a 750-1000 word paper**

Influences on Drug Abuse
In a 750-1000 word paper** (double-spaced), present your opinion/perspective/experience and support for how ALL three factors influence drug abuse:

Psychological influences
Biological influences
Social-Cultural influences
This assignment is to extend their understanding of the factors that influence drug abuse in the United States.

When writing your essay, try connecting all the factors if possible, but at minimum, you should be expected to discuss all the factors as they relate to drug use in the United States.

In addition, incorporate any statistics you find on the internet to lend support to the influences they discuss.

**The word requirement only includes the body only (word requirement does NOT include your title page/reference page. If you include images/tables, they must be added at the END of your paper and they will NOT count towards the minimum word requirement). The paper should also be written in a 12pt Times New Roman Font size, double-spaced (in accordance with APA guidelines)

The paper must be written in APA style. (Please see the link below for examples of APA formatting). Please use the attached template to help you begin formatting your paper in APA style

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You must include at least 2 (two) scholarly references. One of which can be your textbook. References MUST be included in your paper.

Assignment #2 – Drug Abuse

Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent1) Discuss and support how 3 factors influence drug abuse: Psychological Influences Biological Influences Social-Cultural Influences Include PEER-REVIEWED or SCHOLARLY evidences (2 minimum, one can be your textbook) to support your argument.

15 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Development• The paper is 800 to 1000 words in length. • The article is clear and organized; major points are supported by details, examples, or analysis. • The tone aligns with the assignment’s purpose and is geared toward the appropriate audience. • The article provides relevant and sufficient background on the topic. • The article is logical, flows, and reviews the major points

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanicsThe assignment file is presentable and functional. • Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct. • The article—including the title page, reference page, tables, and any appendices—is consistent with APA guidelines.

5 pts

Total Points: 25