Research Papers / (the psychological effects of alcoholism on Native Americans) - how to start research [2]

I have a research paper due in 3 weeks. I have no idea where to begin and I feel overwhelmed it is a paper for abnormal psych. The topic is : the psychological effects of alcoholism on Native Americans. I went to a tutor at the college and I have no idea what he was saying! Thanks to anyone who is willing to help me :)