This question is for my research methods course in Criminal Justice. I was thinking I could use statistics of people arrested while intoxicated; however, this whole thing has me stumped! I’m thinking I would have to do a test sample, try a group of people under certain conditions with and without alcohol to get the relationship. Help!!!
To answer your query, alcohol abuse and crime is highly related. People who are sober and happy in their life won’t drink to the point where they can’t think clearly. Intoxicated people have blurry vision and conscience that can push them to hurt others. You need to have quality statistics to help you finish your criminal justice research. Visit the local police station for they might be able to give you data that can help you with your research. Will attach several links in the form of articles that could help you.
Relationship Between Alcohol Abuse And Crime
Alcohol, Drugs and Crime – National Council on Alcoholism and …
Read difference cases about the relationship of alcohol, drugs, and crime. There are lots of case studies globally that show that people who are intoxicated are most likely to commit crime in one type to another.
Crime and Substance Abuse – Alcohol Rehab
People who drink frequently or those who are already using illegal drugs should submit themselves to rehab before it’s too late. If you know someone who needs help, you should take practical and immediate action to help that person before it’s too late.
Rural Drug Abuse: Prevalence, Relation to Crime, and Programs
It is a good read that will teach you about alcohol abuse, difference between alcohol abuse and alcoholism, difference between alcohol abuse and dependence, crimes associated with drug use, drugs and crime statistics, and is there more violence because of substance abuse.
An Interesting Video About Alcohol Abuse And Crime That You Might Want To Watch.