The Facts about Drugs and the Body (Drugs (Benchmark))
by Lorrie Klosterman
Examines the social, medical, and legal aspects of crack and cocaine, the effects of their abuse, and different treatment programs.
Alcohol and You (Third Edition) (Impact--Drugs & Alcohol)
by Jane Claypool
Examines the causes and consequences of use of alcohol by teenagers, problems of teenage alcoholism, and sources of help.
Illegal Drugs America's Anguish (Information Plus Reference: Illegal Drugs)
by Robert Jacobson
"Addiction, the Brain Disease" is a young adult guide to the physical, emotional, social, psychological disease of addiction. Addiction to substances, behaviours, and addiction to the self are explored. Self-tests, personal stories, treatment, recovery, dictionary of addictions, terms, and meanings are included. It also includes lists of resources, help sources, a bibliography, illustrations, and personal stories.
This volume seeks to provide thorough, factual information about tobacco and is specifically aimed at teenagers. It is part of a series which aims to educate young people about a range of drugs by providing clear information that does not patronise, over-simplify or judge. The book includes: a realistic range of real-life case studies and experiences; detailed information on the effects of drug-taking on the individual and society; and details of organizations who can provide support or more inf...
What's the Deal? Pack A of 5 (What's the Deal?)
by Karla Fitzhugh and Jane Bingham
This title looks at the pros and cons of particular choices young people must make about their behaviour. Up-to-date and detailed information make this a valuable books for understanding what is at stake.
Weight Control Drugs (Understanding Drugs)
by Ph D Richard Worth Consulting Editor David J Triggle
Finding out...about Drinking and Driving (Finding Out)
Drugs Use and Abuse
For better or worse, drugs are a part of everyday life. Teens encounter them on the street, in school, and at home, and although many drugs are beneficial when used properly, the potential for abuse and misuse is great. The best route to staying safe and healthy is to be informed. Understanding Drugs provides a fact-based look at many of the drugs that teens encounter, explaining how they work and identifying the risks and benefits of using them. Each title in this new series spotlights a drug o...
Exploring Inner Space Personal Experiences Under LSD-25
by Jane Dunlap, Adelle Davis, and Robert S. Davidson
Everything You Need to Know about the Dangers of Binge Drinking
by Magdalena Alagna
Questions, examples, and personal stories guide young people through the fourth Step of a 12 Step program.
Nicotine (Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Drugs S.)
by Jack E. Henningfield
-- An invaluable resource for schools and libraries -- The most comprehensive reference source on drugs ever published -- Written primarily by doctors and scientists -- Explores the impact of drug use -- and abuse -- on our culture, the workplace, the family, and the individual -- Each volume contains a directory of drug treatment agencies