Alcohol and drugs

this is for my drugs and alcohol class in the criminal justice system. Just answer the following questions ( not an essay)

1. Why would a stimulant be used to treat hyperactivity? Explain the medicinal treatment for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Syndrome. Be sure to include any side effects. (1b). Explain how crack cocaine is produced and give an explanation of the history of cocaine.

2. What is cathinone? How is it made? What are the effects on the body? (2b). List and briefly explain the ways cocaine is administered into the body. (2c). Discuss the issues surrounding the “gateway hypothesis” with regard to marijuana. What is the research on the sequencing question, the association question, and the causation question? Do YOU believe marijuana is a ‘gateway’ drug? (Explain your answer).

3. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of marijuana as a therapeutic medication, and the legislation that is involved in medicinal marijuana. (3b). Define the following terms:

1. hashish

2. hashish oil

3. bhang

4. cannabidiol

4. Discuss the acute effects associated with gamma hydrobutyrate (GHB) and provide two protective strategies that reduce the vulnerability of women/men to the consumption of GHB (be specific). (4b). List and describe the major categories of hallucinogens and what drugs fall into that category. (4c) Describe the symptoms and the circumstances that produce fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). How should the criminal justice system handle women who are drinking while pregnant? (be specific).

5. Briefly explain the acute physiological effects alcohol has on the body. Make sure to include toxic reactions, the St. Bernard Myth, diuretic effects, and effects on sleep. (5b) Discuss the current trends of e-cigarettes. Be sure to include the benefits and hazards of using this type of nicotine product. What are the current regulations for e-cigarettes? Are these regulations beneficial, if so, how? If not, what needs to be changed?