In this unit, you will continue examining crimes, programs, and policies but focus on drugs and substance abuse. This unit’s assignment should be submitted in APA format, which is at least Deliverable


In this unit, you will continue examining crimes, programs, and policies but focus on drugs and substance abuse.

This unit’s assignment should be submitted in APA format, which is at least Deliverable Length: 5–7 pages (not including the cover page and the reference page) of content. 

For this assignment, complete the following:

  1. List and analyze the arguments for and against the legalization of drugs and explain which arguments you agree with and why.
  2. Which approach has the most promise to combat drug abuse: enforcement or treatment? Explain.
  3. How does substance abuse promote crime? Is it more accurate to say that crime promotes substance abuse? Compare and contrast these ideas.
  4. Create a model for a program or policy that will be implemented on campus to deal with substance abuse.
    • What specific needs does your campus have? List the drug issues and outline how to approach each.
    • Which elements would you include in your plan, and why?