Drug education library

Explains what narcotics are, how they are used, their natural or intended effects, what happens when they are abused, prevention efforts, and the latest treatment for narcotic addiction.

Discusses the development of hallucinogens, their use for spiritual, medicinal, and recreational purposes, and the laws governing their use.

Provides information about cocaine and crack, discussing the history of the drug which was once thought to be beneficial, the illicit use of cocaine, the crack epidemic, the sources of cocaine and attempts to eliminate them, and treatments and recovery from addiction.

Presents an introduction to steroids, providing suggestions for why athletes and others use them, and including information the origin of anabolic steroids, how they affect the body and mind, and advice on fighting steroid abuse.

Examines the increased use and abuse of PCPs since the 1950s, the physical effects on the body and on society as a whole, treatments, and extensive efforts on the part of the government to halt their distribution.

Examines the political and social controversy over the production and distribution of opium and analyzes its origin and use as a pain medication, addictions, and efforts by the international community to halt the sale of the drug.

Examines the use and abuse of Methamphetamine since the 1960s, the physical effects of the drug on the body and on society as a whole, treatments, and efforts by the government to halt its distribution.

Examines the increased use and abuse of inhalants over the years, the physical effects on the body and on society as a whole, treatments, and extensive efforts to educate the public on the dangers of inhalants.

Presents a study of the drug LSD, its origin and effect upon the senses, how it has been used since the 1940s, and the controversy over its continued use.

Describes the drugs used for weight loss and the problems and controversies surrounding them.