1Historical TimelineCollege of Humanities and Social Sciences, Grand Canyon UniversityCNL 527: Principles of Psychopharmacology2Introduction-ProhibitionThe Prohibition Era (1920-1933) marked a crucial period in U.S. history, reshaping society's views on alcohol and the regulation of substances. The 18th Amendment, which restricted the production, sale, and dispensing of alcoholic beverages, was designed to address the societal challenges associated with alcohol use (National Constitution Center, n.d.). However, its enforcement led to unanticipated outcomes, including the surge in illegal alcohol trade and the extension of underground movements. Thesis: These shifts during the Prohibition Era had a lasting influence on U.S. society by promoting illegal alcohol trade and shifting cultural views on substance use, ultimately influencing future drug policies and the development of addiction
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