Sedatives and Hypnotics (Illicit and Misused Drugs)
by Ida Walker
There are a variety of reasons young people turn to drugs, and the impact of such behavior can often be devastating. Whether alcohol, marijuana, ecstasy, or the latest drug of choice, substance abuse among teens continues to be a concern. This disorder affects so many people in one way or another, not only the addicted individual but also his or her family members and friends. In Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Sheri Mabry Bestor looks at the various reasons why young people experime...
I Got Caught Drinking and Driving...What's Next? (Getting Real: Strategies for Teens in Need)
by Elissa Bongiorno
Heroin and Its Dangers (Drugs and Their Dangers)
by Susan E Hamen
What's the Deal: Prescription Drug Abuse (What's the Deal?)
by Karla Fitzhugh
This series addresses key lifestyle areas that affect adolescent students with an initial focus on drugs and drug abuse. By recognising the conflicting pressures and information faced by teenagers, these books will help readers make intelligent decisions about their behaviour. This book: includes viewpoints from both sides of the debate about key topics and issues; looks closely at areas with which readers can identify, such as what is happening in schools, clubs and on the streets; and is backe...
This title looks at cocaine and the pros and cons of making 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.
Drugs And Sport (Just the Facts)
Based on the "Need to Know" series, "Just the Facts" aims to educate teenagers without patronizing the reader or simplifying the issue. The books cover a wide range of issues and include real-life case studies. They provide details of organizations that can offer more information.
When Leona takes a lot of time off school, her teacher assumes there's a problem at home. But when her teacher pays a visit to their home, she finds that things aren't what they seem. This book is part of the Streetwise series, ideal for developing both reading skills and an awareness of personal, social and health education topics. As with all books in the series, the short story is followed by questions, discussion points and activity suggestions, which can be used as a springboard for furthe...
Substance Abuse Counselors (Practical Career Guides)
by Tracy Brown Hamilton
Welcome to the substance abuse counselor field! If you are interested in a career as a substance abuse counselor, you’ve come to the right book. What exactly do these people do on the job every day? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in this field? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various professions? Is this the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these...
Remember the mouse who wanted a cookie—and a glass of milk to go with it? Or the moose who wanted a muffin? In If You Give an Ox an Oxy, adolescents meet an ox who takes a prescription medication called an opioid. They follow him as he goes from taking a few opioids, to overusing them, and finally becoming addicted, learning about treatment for addiction and how dangerous taking illegal opioid drugs can be. Inspired by the mouse who was clearly addicted to cookies, Ox’s story demonstrates how...