Case Study:



Case Study: Jusaypaek: A New Drug Affecting Our Communities

Since the 1800s, new drugs have been created and experimented with in illegal laboratories all over the world. Some of these drugs have had deadly consequences on our community. The government is constantly deciding whether or not to make new drugs illegal. In the 50s, it was heroin. In the 60s, it was LSD. In the 70s, it was cocaine. In the 80s, it was crack. In the 90s, it was ecstasy. Now there is a new drug in our communities called Jusaypaek. Below are the characteristics of the drugs. Your group must decide whether it should be illegal or not. Also give your reasons.

• Addictive: Usually after several years of using it regularly.

• Mood altering: Most people feel pleasantly happy but about 15% of users become violent. Assault, vandalism, and rape have all been linked to this drug.

• Severe Medical Effects: Kills brain cells, destroys memory, damages stomach, liver, and kidneys. May cause cancer. Dozens of deaths have been caused by overdose.

• Impairs Judgment and motor skills: People tend to be irrational and also loose control of their bodies. They tend to fall down, loose control of their tongues, and frequently get in accidents when driving.

• Method of use: injected into arm with a needle or swallowed as a pill.

Opinions of Users:

Sarah: “When I go to a party, I always bring Jusaypaek. After one pill, I feel relaxed and I can express myself easily. I am a shy person but I can talk freely after I do this drug. It’s not illegal so I’m not doing anything wrong.”

Jimminy: “I don’t like to go to parties where people are doing Jusaypaek. I prefer alcohol. People who do Jusaypaek are loud and obnoxious. I think they often get violent. And after a few hours, they are boring to talk to because they don’t make any sense.”



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