drug addiction

Describes the destructive results of drug addiction, its effect on a person's behavior, the causes of addiction and how to prevent or overcome it, and provides statistics and information about different types of drugs. Includes a chronology of events pertaining to drug use and abuse, a list of related organizations to contact for help, color photos and illustrations, and an index.

Lynn Smith chronicles her struggles to overcome drug addiction, describing how her so-called normal life was torn apart by Ecstacy and how she tried to rebuild it.

Provides detailed information on various types of painkillers and how they are abused, including many prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications.

Examines the history of drug addiction treatment, discussing drug addiction and the possible philosophies of treatment options available for addicts.

Presents a collection of twenty-three controversial essays that debate issues associated with teen addictions; and focuses on topics including the effects of alcohol, nicotine, and brain altering drugs, genetic influences, and personal stories of drug use and recovery.

Describes the effects of drug abuse on body and mind as well as on the larger society and indicates ways to prevent and fight destructive drug habits.

Presents a collection of essays that examine the drug, opiates, including information on its medical history, cultural impact, and use and abuse in experimentation.

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.

Explores the use of prescription narcotics, the risks and consequences of addiction, and current treatments.

Discusses the nature of addictions, some of the substances--including illegal and prescription drugs, alcohol, caffeine, and steroids--to which people become addicted, and how to get help.