The Narcotics Fam

Many of the drugs that create altered states of consciousness are often highly addictive and, as a result, illegal in most countries.

Too often, those addicted to these illegal substances are treated solely as criminals. In 1935, the federal government opened the United States first drug-treatment center to rehabilitate individuals addicted to illegal drugs. Many of those arrested in the United States for illegal drug use from 1935 to 1975 were sent to this institution, which was referred to unofficially as the Narcotics Farm.

Watch the following 55-minute documentary:

Here is the link in case the video does not play:

Using language from Chapter 4, which refers to drug use and addiction, note specific examples from the film that demonstrate your understanding of the topic. Remember to refer back to Chapters 1 and 2 regarding ethical questions in research (10 points).

Your essay should directly reference the textbook and the documentary. I have seen the video many times, and I do not just want a retelling of the content but rather an understanding of drug addiction and the narcotics farm’s treatment of the prisoners.