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Ivette Molina 1/7/08
AP Psychology Essay Test

“Alcoholism and Drug Abuse: Roots, Effects, and Prevention.�

Alcoholism and drug abuse has existed for as long as we can remember. For teenagers its something cool to do and numb whatever pains they have. For adults it’s a way to get away from everyday stress and avoid conflicts in life. To everyone it’s a way to feel free and as if they are in charge of the world by altering their moods, and ironically a way to actually feel good about themselves by absurdly doing something that makes them look like unpleasant people.
Knowing is essential. Getting to the deep roots of a problem is key. Being aware of how it is caused can save lives. Alcoholism for example has multiple causes. We are more susceptible to alcohol dependence, better known as alcoholism, if we have family members who are dependent on alcohol. In other cases, if one has a twin who is an alcoholic, the......

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