Opioid education

". . . discusses frankly and honestly what the disease of addiction does to a drug abuser's body and mind, and uses real scenarios to show teens how to avoid drugs"--Provided by publisher.

". . . provides information about the dangers of prescription painkillers like OxyContin, Vicodin, and fentanyl, and how the US government is attempting to mitigate this public health crisis . . ."--Back cover.

". . .explores the situations first responders and ER doc tors deal with regularly as well as the efforts communities can make to fight back agasint the [opioid] crisis that is killing indiscriminately . . ."--Back cover.

"Provides information about the effects of fentanyl and how it contributes to the . . . opioid crisis"--Back cover.

There is hope for people addicted to opioids, although many experts feel that more treatment centers and education are needed. Opioids are psychoactive drugs derived from the opium poppy, such as heroin or morphine, or synthetic versions that mimic their effects, such as fentanyl or oxycodone.

Takes a look at the history of pain management, opioids thought history and how they work and alternative treatments to addictive medicines.

Provides information about the effects of fentanyl and how it contributes to the ongoing opioid crisis.