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Codeine, morphine, and vicodin are some prescription drugs that one may hear of for treating pain. What some people do not know is that in the early 20th century, these drugs were very harmful because they were being made into others much worse. Many of these drugs come from the same types of places and plants and are also made in a similar way. Cocaine, morphine, and heroin started to be produced just as often as the first opioid based prescription drugs and the only difference is that these were

Holder had previously stated that “no bank is too big to jail,” but none of the executives faced any prison time. Credit Suisse was fined $2.6 billion, but critics have pointed out that the fine was quite lenient, considering the extent and brazen nature of their crimes. Mark S. Henry, Senior Economist from Tax Justice Network, joked that “they’re yodeling through the Alps over the light touch of Eric Holder.” He pointed out that their stock price rebounded significantly just one day after the announcement

Cartel violence killed some 23,000 people in the country last year, according to a new report.”-Huffington post. This is a outrageous number of died over objects that are already killing people from from using them. These objects are illegal drugs Ecstasy, Benzodiazepines, Methadone, Amphetamines, Cocaine, Bath Salts, and Methamphetamine. Now the question is what is put into action to make these drugs become much harder to get and use? I’ve personally, have been affected by what drugs can do to someone

It was just another hot sweaty day here in Townsville, two friends Hayden and Jake were enjoying a few beers when Jake asked Hayden Do you know how the war on drugs started, like really started. Hayden responded, no but by the sound of your tone, you do and I feel a story coming on. Well, lucky for you Hayden, I was learning about it at university the other day and I did some research on it, Jake replied. Well, in 1971 President Nixon had two enemies the hippies who were antiwar and black people

Drug trafficking is the selling, distributing, and transporting of illegal substances. Involving drugs such as heroin, cocaine, and marijuana. If caught, a person may endure jail time along with having their assets taken away. These punishments are due to the amount of risks that are involved within the issue. Drug trafficking has become associated with addictive problems. Mostly involving young adults. This then brings up many concerning issues. One being the increasing rate of seizures per year

War on drugs The war on drugs is a campaign that was adopted by the U.S. government and other countries to end importation, manufacturing, and the sale of illegal drugs. The United States government has always been concerned with the illegal amount of drug distribution, and consumption over the years. Drug distribution, and consumption did not become a major topic of concern until the late 1960s. Over the years the government has tried to stop the war. Laws, new policies, and drug agencies

Methamphetamine Definition Methamphetamine is best defined as “an amine derivative of amphetamine”. The form of methamphetamine is crystalline hydrochloride. This stimulant affects the central nervous system. It is used for the medical treatment of obesity and also that of ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and also used for recreational use, although illegal (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/methamphetamine). Physical and Chemical Properties The molecular formula for methamphetamine

“Jessie, we have to cook.” This is a popular quote from the hit HBO show Breaking Bad, which follows the experiences of high school chemistry teacher Walter White as he starts cooking methamphetamine to pay for his cancer treatment. This shows success has spawned a debate about the glorification of drug use, and methamphetamine in particular, by the media. No matter which side of the debate you find yourself on, it is worth finding out more information about this compound. Methamphetamine (often

Soma is “the drug sponsored by the state to reduce or eliminate feelings of unhappiness” (Huxley 23). If a drug like Soma were to be created in today’s world it replace all the drugs in the world because there is no side effects. The number of Americans abusing prescription drugs has almost doubled from 7.8 million in 1992 to 15.1 million in 2003 (The Washington Times, 2005), where soma is used worldwide in Brave new world. The drug Soma in Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, could easily be described

1. Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) (C4H8O3) Common or street names: Liquid X, Liquid ecstasy, Georgia home boy, Oop, Gamma-oh, Grievous bodily harm, Mils, G, Liquid G, Fantasy. “GHB is a Central Nervous System depressant most often abused with the intent of feeling uninhibited and euphoric. GHB, in the United States is prescribed as an experimental treatment for narcolepsy; in Europe GHB is used to treat alcoholism” (Richards & Bourgeois, 2014, p. 422). Alcohol Alcohol is classified as a depressant