nicotine addiction

The author offers a step-by-step approach to stop smoking without the use of nicotine substitutes.

"Tobacco use is the world's leading preventable cause of death. This title explores the history of tobacco, its effects on the body, government policies toward it, and ways that users can quit"--Provided by publisher.

"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.

"The Risks of Addictive Nicotine and Toxic Chemicals: E-cigarettes are sold to help people quit using cigarettes but they present dangers of their own. Despite assurances from producers that the devices are safe, there are warnings from health experts that their use can be addictive and contain carcinogens. Included among the sidebars is one detailing the real dangers of these devices to children. Teens can learn the benefits of these devices, what's in the vapor they are inhaling, how the vapor can harm them, and the improper way e-cigs are used. They can also discover ways they can help others kick the e-cigarette habit"--Provided by the publisher.

Presents a collection of articles that provide information on the history and use of nicotine, discussing the effects of the drug on the human body, government efforts to reduce nicotine addiction, and more.

Nearly 50 years after the US surgeon general linked smoking with cancer, heart disease and other deadly illnesses, more than 20 percent of the American population continues to smoke. Through objective discussion, numerous direct quotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines the issue.

Presents various viewpoints about tobacco and smoking stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest.

Provides facts about tobacco use and the addictive nature of nicotine on the mind and body.

Presents a concise overview, primary source quotes, and statistics on issues associated with nicotine and tobacco use including the effects of secondhand smoke.

Examines the history of nicotine, as well as its effects on the brain and body, and provides real life stories of the problems its use can cause for minors.