effetcs of methemphetamine use
How does methamphetamine influence criminal behaviour?
EP1: Written Enquiry Plan
Knowledge, Enquiry and Communication
EP1: Written Enquiry Plan
Using structured paragraphs and correct APA referencing, respond to the questions below (font size 12, Times New Roman, indented paragraphs, single-line spacing). For the search strategies and source evaluation sections, complete the tables by supplying detailed information. Do not remove the questions from this template.
Section A: Background (300- 400 words using formal, referenced, academic writing)
What is your enquiry question about?
This enquiry question seeks to uncover the relationship between methamphetamine (MA) use and the influence it has over criminal behaviour. MA affects the central nervous system by stimulating the dopamine and norepinephrine receptors in the brain to produce the effect of alertness, euphoria and a sense of well being which in turn give the user a heightened sense of confidence that can lead to high-risk actions they would normally not take part in (Anglin, Burke, Perrochet, Stamper, & Dawud-noursi, 2000). According to (Anglin et al., 2000) the physiological alterations in the body under the influence is similar to the fight-or-flight syndrome, which consist of a rise in blood pressure, body temperature, heart and breathing rate. Some unfavourable side effects include stomach cramps, shaking, cardiac arrhythmia, as well as increased anxiety, aggressiveness, paranoia, insomnia and hallucinations (Anglin et al., 2000).
Production of MA relatively easy and although access to the necessary precursor chemicals can be reduced, it cannot be eliminated as most of the tools and chemicals required are everyday household items. MA is manufactured in clandestine laboratories that normally gets set up in houses, apartments and other buildings, which make it easier for them to be hidden from local law enforcement (Witter, Martyny,
EP1: Written Enquiry Plan
Knowledge, Enquiry and Communication
EP1: Written Enquiry Plan
Using structured paragraphs and correct APA referencing, respond to the questions below (font size 12, Times New Roman, indented paragraphs, single-line spacing). For the search strategies and source evaluation sections, complete the tables by supplying detailed information. Do not remove the questions from this template.
Section A: Background (300- 400 words using formal, referenced, academic writing)
What is your enquiry question about?
This enquiry question seeks to uncover the relationship between methamphetamine (MA) use and the influence it has over criminal behaviour. MA affects the central nervous system by stimulating the dopamine and norepinephrine receptors in the brain to produce the effect of alertness, euphoria and a sense of well being which in turn give the user a heightened sense of confidence that can lead to high-risk actions they would normally not take part in (Anglin, Burke, Perrochet, Stamper, & Dawud-noursi, 2000). According to (Anglin et al., 2000) the physiological alterations in the body under the influence is similar to the fight-or-flight syndrome, which consist of a rise in blood pressure, body temperature, heart and breathing rate. Some unfavourable side effects include stomach cramps, shaking, cardiac arrhythmia, as well as increased anxiety, aggressiveness, paranoia, insomnia and hallucinations (Anglin et al., 2000).
Production of MA relatively easy and although access to the necessary precursor chemicals can be reduced, it cannot be eliminated as most of the tools and chemicals required are everyday household items. MA is manufactured in clandestine laboratories that normally gets set up in houses, apartments and other buildings, which make it easier for them to be hidden from local law enforcement (Witter, Martyny,
References: (list any references cited in the sections above other than the two sources you evaluated) Imperial County Office of Education. (2006). Qualitative and Quantitative Research. Retrieved from Http:// www.icoe.org/webfm_send/1936 Cartier, J. J., Greenwell, L., & Prendergast, L. M. (2011). The persistence of HIV risk behaviours among methamphetamine using offenders. Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, 40 (4), 437-446. doi: 10.1080/02791072.2008.10400650 Lineberry, W. T., & Bostwick, J. M. (2006). Methamphetamine abuse: a perfect storm of complications. Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 81(1), 77-84. doi: 10.4065/81.1.77