drug abuse

"Used medically, prescription and over-the-counter drugs can relieve pain, ease symptoms of diseases, and treat disorders. When abused, these drugs can be dangerous and even deadly. This title explores how prescription and over-the-counter drugs affect the body, the laws surrounding these drugs, and their impact on society"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores how marijuana affects the body, the laws and policies surrounding it, and the debate around its legalization"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the issue of opioid misuse, including prevention and treatment strategies, risk factors, and more.

"When people accept drugs from strangers at clubs or parties, they have no idea what is really in those pills. This title explores how club drugs affect the body, the laws surrounding them, how they affect society, and the ways people can prevent abuse of these drugs"--Provided by publisher.

Presents information on the issue of club and prescription drug abuse.

Volume two of a two-volume set of alphabetically-arranged essays pertaining to addictions and substance abuse.

Addresses questions related to performance-enhancing drugs, discussing the origins of the controversy over the drugs, whether they pose a health risk, and their impact on the integrity of sports, and considering whether stronger measure should be taken to stop performance-enhancing drugs, and how their use can be prevented.

Examines the issues associated with drug use and abuse in the United States including statistics, important legislation, and bibliographical resources.

Carrie Sinclair tells the ghost of her son Johnny about the summer of 1987, when "the boys" arrive on Beechwood Island, setting off events that will haunt her for years to come.

Introduces and discusses the drugs known as anabolic steroids, with commentary from physicians and drug counselors, pastors, and police officers.