Sociology 2256A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Breathalyzer, Drug Abuse Resistance Education, Information Model
11 Mar 2020
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Information model: hasn"t shown much e ectiveness, increases awareness and e ects of drugs, attitudes might shift based on info being provided, no evidence to suggest changes in behaviour. Social in uence model: most recent, thought of as the most promising, often referred to as drug resistance education, e ective at reducing drug use short term, long term not seen, dare program has had a bumpy road. Flaws: abstinence is a realistic goal, rests on the stepping stone theory. History and prevalence of drug testing: early stages come from observation. Observation tests are not always accurate because people can still pass them even when intoxicated: law enforcement and the cjs. Cjs became a hub of testing to make sure people were abiding by their conditions. Introduction of safe injection within correctional facilities (ex. Not initially developed for humans, developed for horses. Not as widespread across entertainment sports (mostly used for olympics, varsity sports)
