physiological effect

Discusses the dangers associated with smoking, covering addiction, the poisonous chemicals in cigarettes, cancer, mortality rates, the efforts of the American Lung Association, and the fact that tobacco companies target teenagers with their advertising campaigns.

Presents teen-oriented information on the physical and mental health dangers of substance abuse, covering alcohol, tobacco, drugs and chemicals, drug-related concerns such as drunk driving and sex, and treatment; and provides drug statistics and resources for help.

Describes the effects of alcohol on mind and body and directs those in jeopardy where to seek help.

Describes severe environment conditions that require special clothing for survival--conditions involving freezing cold, fire, underwater work, and thin or non-existent air.

Introduces readers to the ozone layer and UV radiation, discussing how to protect skin from cancer and how to help prevent further damage to the ozone layer.

A study of heroin, providing insights into how it feels and why people keep using it, explaining the short-term and long-term effects of the drug on the body, examining the lifestyles of heroin users, and discussing the history of the drug, treatment options, and government and police response to heroin use.

Provides basic consumer health information for teens on the health effects of alcohol use, along with facts about identifying alcohol problems, and prevention and treatment strategies. Includes index, resource information and recommendations for further reading.

Examines the history, physical effects, and societal effects of Quaaludes.

Simple text and photographs describe some things that people see and do on a hot day.