Cultural, Medicinal, Literary and impact of the poppy oppium and coca leaf

Cultural, Medicinal, Literary and impact of the poppy oppium and coca leaf

1) Please define, describe, and discuss the “opium poppy” from its origin to contemporary times. Please make certain that you discuss the cultural, medicinal, literary, and socio-economic impact that the poppy had and continues to have.

2 ) Please define, describe, and discuss the role that Western Powers played in the proliferation of opium and heroin from the 5th Century (early Middle Ages) through World War II. Make certain that you address the cultural, military, economic, and organized crime aspects of their involvement, as well as any forced treaties.

3) Please, describe, and discuss in your own words, the worldwide flows of Afghan opiates, as well as the current state of the global opiate market

4) Discuss the origin and history of the “coca leaf” from its earliest discovery to its development as an illicit commodity.Responses should be

Essays should be between 500-750 words, cited and referenced in accordance with APA 6th Edition Publication Manual format.