1. Discuss historical trends as well as current views on the causes and treatment of substance abuse.

2. Discuss the ethical and legal consequences of substance abuse.

3. Determine the factors that influence violence.

4. Identify at-risk populations for violence and the role of public health in combating the violence epidemic.

5. APA format, Word document, Arial 12 font, three evidence-based references, and a minimum of 600 words.