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The author shares his journey into becoming a well-known actor of the hit sitcom Friends, including his childhood, his addiction struggles, and more.

"Introduces young readers to the dangers of a tranquilizer and depressant addiction and shows ways that users have found help. Learn about the physical and mental effects of tranquilizer and depressant abuse and their negative impacts on lives"--Provided by publisher.

"Big Tobacco meets Silicon Valley in this corporate expos? of what happened when two of the most notorious industries collided-and the vaping epidemic was born"--Adapted from publisher description.

"Explores the surprisingly common abuse of household items for chasing dangerous highs, . . . uncovers what types of products can be used as inhalants and offers practical advice on overcoming addiction"--Provided by publisher.

Two sisters struggle with the secrets brought to light in the aftermath of their parents' sudden death.

Harm reduction is a philosophy that accepts the idea that drug use is inevitable and that making it safer is a more realistic approach to drug addiction. Examines issues with the concept of harm reduction and discusses if making risky behavior safer is the right solution.

Explores the effects of addictions, and treatment options.

A comprehensive guide to substance addiction, covering addiction, brain chemistry and willpower, goals of rehab, relapses, staying clean, and more.

An exploration of drug- and alcohol-related health issues, discussing reasons teens use drugs, how chemical substances affect the brain, different types of drugs, and other related topics.

"Presents a strong argument against the disease model of addiction, which is currently predominant in medicine and popular culture alike, and bolsters it with informative and engaging narratives of addicts' lives ... Even when presenting more technical information, Lewis shows a keen ability to put a human face on the most groundbreaking research into addiction. Likewise, he manages to make complex findings and theories both comprehensible and interesting... This book, written with hopeful sincerity, will intrigue both those who accept its thesis and those who do not."--Publishers Weekly.