Discusses the many dangers of the illicit use of hallucinogenic drugs. Also examines the controlled use of hallucinogens by aboriginal peoples in religious and social contexts.
Contains over twenty essays that offer varying perspectives on controversial issues related to prescription drugs, such as safety, the promotion of drugs by pharmaceutical companies, and cost.
Talks to drug users, providing an inside look at the psychological, physical, and social effects of drug addiction, the reasons people begin to abuse or deal drugs, drug smuggling, and the question of legalization.
A collection of fifteen controversial essays that address the problem of prescription drug abuse including importing drugs from Canada, direct drug advertising, and Internet pharmacy sources.
Presents an introduction to illegal drugs, in simple text with illustrations, including information on what drugs do to the mind, why people take them, addiction and dependence, drug laws, and more.
Presents a collection of controversial essays that address the issue of drug legalization in America and focuses on the moral, legal, and public reaction to it.