Wk 1 - History and Abuse of Substance Abuse and Addiction Paper

Content (80%)

Points Earned:

· All key elements of the assignment are covered in a substantive way. Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis.

· Discuss the differences between substance use, abuse and addiction

· Describe the different models and theories related to the etiology of addiction

· Explain how substance abuse has evolved over time

· Describe the effects of substance abuse and addiction on the criminal justice system

· Provides 2 scholarly references

· 700 to 1,050 words

· The content is comprehensive, accurate, and/or persuasive.

· The paper develops a central theme or idea, directed toward the appropriate audience.

· The paper links theory to relevant examples of current experience and industry practice and uses the vocabulary of the theory correctly.

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Organization & Tone (10%)

Points Earned:

· The tone is appropriate

· The introduction provides a sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

· Major points are stated clearly; are supported by specific details, examples, or analysis; and are organized logically.

· Paragraph transitions are present, logical, and maintain the flow throughout the paper.

· The conclusion is logical, flows from the body of the paper, and reviews the major points.

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Mechanics (10%)

Points Earned:

· The paper—including tables and graphs, headings, title page, and reference page— is consistent with APA formatting guidelines and meets course-level requirements.

· Intellectual property is recognized with in-text citations and a reference page.

· Rules of spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed.

· Sentences are complete, clear, concise, and varied.

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