drug abuse

Super Star, a graduate of Marion High School, Marion, NY, is a former computer consultant turned recording artist, anti-drug campaigner, and author. Super Star's story is a remarkable offering of hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction and for those who love them.Super Star recounts his journey into the world of addiction and how, after hitting rock bottom, he manages to pull himself back from death's door.

"Hallucinogens are drugs that have profound impacts on the users perceptions of reality. Throughout history, some cultures have embraced hallucinogens as part of a path to spiritual enlightenment. Unfortunately, hallucinogens that are available on the streets can also have terrifying side effects. This book explores the history, effects, and risks of a wide variety of hallucinogenic drugs"--Back cover.

Discusses how drug adiction affects the entire family.

"For many people, the words intervention and rehab conjure up images of celebrities and reality TV shows. But in fact, these words describe specific processes that save the lives of real people every day. This book introduces readers to addiction medicine, exploring concepts like triggers, relapse, and the states of change"--Back cover.

Looks at the history and effects of meth, cocaine, and amphetamines, and introduces readers to treatments that can help turn users' lives around.

Discusses a number of subjects related to marijuana abuse and abuse.

"Alcohol and tobacco have long histories as socially acceptable drugs. And yet, both alcohol and tobacco can be exceedingly deadly. For instance, excessive drinking has been cited as a cause of death in 1 out of 10 adults under the age of 64. Understanding the potential risks of legal drugs is a challenge all teens will have to confront"--Back cover.

Readers will learn the signs of abuse for various drugs, along with reasons for abuse, how to confront the friend, and how to encourage treatment.

Readers will learn how they can identify and help a friend who is suffering from depression.

Explores the history of synethetic opioids as pain medication, the on going abuse of the natural opioid heroin, and the addiction, and even death, that occurs from the abuse of these drugs.