SAGE Journal Articles
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Summary: The article discusses the neurobiological effects of GHB, its abuse liability, and its potential role in the treatment of depression.
Questions to Consider: [Critical thinking questions based on the article to gauge student comprehension and analysis]
- How do the behavioral effects of GHB vary across dose?
- How does GHB affect dopamine and norepinephrine?
- What role might GABAB and GHB receptors play in depression?
Summary: This paper reviews the literature to determine the extent to which GHB is used in cases of sexual assault.
Questions to Consider:
- How does GHB compare to other drugs in terms of sexual assault?
- Why is detection of GHB difficult in cases of sexual assault?
- Based on the literature reviewed here, should GHB be labeled a “date rape” drug?
Summary: This study describes research that compares the use and timing of inhalants with other drugs of abuse.
Questions to Consider:
- How does the use of inhalants differ from popular wisdom or conceptions might suggest?
- How do youth who start with inhalants differ from those who start with alcohol or marijuana in terms of later drug use?
- What limitations exist for the research described in this paper?