marijuana and alcohol presentation

Many scholars debate the legality of alcohol use in comparison to the illegal nature of marijuana use (in most states). For the purpose of this assignment, you will compare the impacts of both and make your own determination regarding the legality of both.

Create a 12-15-slide PowerPoint presentation comparing the two. Be sure to include the following in your presentation:

  1. A title and reference slide
  2. The physical impact of each substance
  3. The mental health impact of each substance
  4. The economic impact of each substance
  5. The societal impact of each substance
  6. Your opinion regarding the legality of each substance
  7. A minimum of four scholarly resources
  8. Detailed speaker notes that represent what you would say if giving the presentation in person

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 5.F.2.l. Physical, mental health, and psychopharmacological factors affecting marriages, couples, and families.