1. You may use the Vaughn Library or any other reputable online sources as you conduct your research for facts when completing this assignment. 2. Examine the following twelve (12) countries. Choose three (3) countries to research. You will be researching for alcoholism or drug addiction statistics as well as any other accompanying facts that might be related. Choose from these countries: USA, Canada, Japan, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Germany, Ireland, and Italy. 3. You will write a two (2) page essay to compare either the alcoholism or drug addiction rates (you may choose one) in your three (3) chosen countries. You are to discuss the different reasons for alcoholism or drug addiction; such as the educational levels of the three (3) countries, what the three (3) chosen countries religious views are, what awareness programs are present, and what attitudes are concerning this problem. 4. At the end of your essay, you must have a separate paragraph titled Conclusion. You are to imagine yourself as a counselor or social worker (in each of your three (3) countries) and come up with ideas and initiatives as to how to deal with alcoholism or drug addiction, along with how to effectively treat the problem of addiction. Goals For This Essay—The Four College Student Learning Outcomes are: 1. Critical Thinking 1—Generate and communicate ideas by combining, changing or reapplying existing information. 2. Communication Skills 1—Develop, interpret, and express ideas through written communication. 3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills 2—Manipulate and analyze observable facts and arrive at an informed conclusion. 4. Social Responsibility—Engage in regional, national, and global communities.