Illicit and misused drugs

Describes addiction to alcohol, drugs, and nicotine, discussing the psychology of addiction, the role of heredity, the impact of addiction on society, and treatments.

"In the United States and Canada, millions of individuals have problems with substance abuse. In some cases the problems are relatively minor, but in others, that abuse leads to addiction. Addiction is a serious and costly disease. In "Addiction Treatment: Escaping the Trap", you will learn some definitions important in the study of addiction treatment. You will also learn about the history of addiction treatment, including the work and continuing influence of the Washingtonians, the Emmanuel Movement, the Oxford Movement, and of course, Alcoholics Anonymous. Treatment philosophies are also presented in this book. Not all treatment methods are alike, and successful addiction treatment combines a variety of approaches. In "Addiction Treatment", you will learn that recovery is an ongoing process, and read about suggestions on how to maintain a sober life." --from the publisher.

Looks at the history of alcohol use, how alcohol affects the body, the symptoms and dangers of alcoholism, teen use of alcohol, and treatment optons for alcoholism.

Describes what life is like for those who have both a drug addiction and a mental illness and explores treatment options.

Provides an overview of sedatives and hypnotics and covers the history of these drugs, how they work, and how people get hooked on them. Also discusses the methods for detoxification and the legal consequences associated with drug use.

Studies the history of tobacco use, its role in culture, and its effect on the human body. Includes suggestions on how to quit smoking.

Provides an overview of sedatives and hypnotics and covers the history of these drugs, how they work, and how people get hooked on them. Also discusses the methods for detoxification and the legal consequences associated with drug use.

Examines attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and the drug most commonly prescribed to treat it: Ritalin. Identifies the recreational misuse of Ritalin by college students and young professionals, the side effects of using the drug, and how Ritalin abuse is being treated.

Examines the increasing abuse of prescription painkillers such as OxyContin. Explains how pain has been viewed and treated throughout history and how painkillers can come to be abused.

Discusses the use of natural drugs and herbal supplements, specifically caffeine. Describes the chemical make-up of caffeine and explains its affects on the human body when it is consumed in coffee, soda, and chocolate. Offers teenagers guidelines on making wise choices about what to put inside their bodies.