People tend to think of some drugs as inherently and absolutely bad and other drugs as acceptable. In fact, as you have read in this chapter, the effect of a drug comes from a combination of the drug itself, the psychology of the user, the physiology of the user, and the sociocultural environment. How does this affect your views about specific drugs? How would you objectively compare cigarettes, coffee, marijuana, and heroin?
Discussion 7 – Disrupting Adultism Adultism refers to bias against children and youth; that is oppression, discrimination, and the unconscious
Discussion 7 – Disrupting Adultism Adultism refers to bias against children and youth; that is oppression, discrimination, and the unconscious assumption that adults are better than young people. It is prevalent in our society, while transition-age youth may experience it more; it exists for young people of all ages. ●