Drug Abuse Sourcebook
โ Scribed by Laura Larsen; (ed.)
- Publisher
- Omnigraphics
- Year
- 2014
- Tongue
- English
- Leaves
- 658
- Series
- Health Reference
- Edition
- 4th
- Category
- Library
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
โฆ Synopsis
Provides updated information about the abuse of illegal substances and the misuse of over-the-counter and prescription medications. If offers facts about the most commonly abused drugs and discusses the causes and consequences of addiction. Drug abuse treatment options are described, and obstacles to recovery are explained. A section on drug abuse prevention discusses some of the strategies that have been successful in helping people avoid drug-related problems. The book concludes with glossaries of drug-related terms and directories of resources for additional help and information.
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<p>Provides information about abuse of illegal drugs and misuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications. Describes specific drugs, their health impacts, addiction potential, and harms to individuals, families and communities. Drug treatment and recovery options and information on drug testi