What are the findings that explain the onset and continuing use ...

[mwit1967]

What are the findings that explain the onset and continuing use of illicit drugs.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In Atkins v. Virginia, the Court stated that ________ is a mitigating factor.
 
  A) mental retardation B) chronological age of a minor
  C) level of education D) mental illness

[ms_sulzle]

Answer to Question 1

The answer should include the following points:
 A sequential pattern of involvement in drug use
 A number of risk factors related to delinquency and drug use
 Youths who use hard drugs are more likely to engage in chronic delinquent behavior.

Answer to Question 2

A

[mwit1967]

YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

[dyrone]

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