drug abuse

Describes the chemical makeup, history, use, abuse, and dangers of barbiturates, and discusses treatment of drug addiction.

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.

An overview of marijuana that discusses its history, its uses, its effects on the mind and body as a drug, and laws and controversies regarding marijuana use around the world.

Presents information on the history and use of heroin, discussing the effects of the drug on the human body, attitudes toward heroin, addiction, and legal issues. Includes resources for further study.

Discusses the health issues and dangers associated with cocaine and crack, the history of its use in the United States, and treatment options for those with an addiction to these drugs.

Presents scientific facts about commonly abused drugs, including alcohol, caffeine, entactogens, hallucinogens, inhalants, marijuana, nicotine, sedatives, steroids, and stimulants; and includes discussion of their effects on the human brain and body.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about common prescription, over-the-counter, and recreational drugs, and discusses topics related to drug and alcohol use and abuse.

Christine's college freshman brother disappears and, though the word "drugs" has been whispered in connection with him, she finds blaming other things and people easier than finding any fault with her brother.

The zombie apocalypse has begun, but for Chase Daniels, a meth junkie whose life was over long ago, it might be his last chance for redemption.

A group of teens in a Seattle-area rehabilitation center form an unlikely friendship as they begin to focus less on their own problems by reaching out to help a new member, who seems to have even deeper issues to resolve.