Drug Researchers Have Proposed Three Models of the Connection or Link

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Essay

Drug researchers have proposed three models of the connection or link between drug use and criminal behavior. What are they, how are they different, and which one seems to be most adequate in explaining this connection?

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Definitions:

Gum

A soft, cohesive substance designed for chewing, made from the sap of certain trees or synthesized materials.

Candy

A sweet tasting confection made from sugar and often combined with fruits, chocolate, or nuts.

Behavioral Economic Theories

A branch of economics that studies how psychological, social, and emotional factors affect economic decisions.

Rational Decisions

Choices made based on logical reasoning and objective analysis of available information and alternatives.