Opioids: Heroin, Oxycontin, And Painkillers (Drug Addiction And Recovery) Download Free (EPUB, PDF)
Drugs that are derived from (or mimic the effects of) the poppy are some of humanitys oldest and most powerful. In fact, opiate drugs were the main tools of doctors for centuries. Unfortunately, misuse of opiates has reached epidemic levels, destroying lives and tearing families apart. This book looks at the history and effects of opiates and introduces readers to treatments that can help turn users lives around. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin and meth, drugs are an inescapable part of life in the 21st century. Addiction, once viewed as a shameful secret, is now widely understood to be a brain disease that can be treated. This series explores the many facets of this complex topic, providing students with the facts they need to navigate drug use and abuse in their daily lives. Each title in this series contains an introduction with Helpline contact information, color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text Dependent Questions are placed at th
Series: Drug Addiction and Recovery (Book 13)
Hardcover: 64 pages
Publisher: Mason Crest Publishers (January 1, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1422236072
ISBN-13: 978-1422236079
Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 0.3 x 9.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
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Best Sellers Rank: #1,623,048 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #85 in Books > Teens > Personal Health > Drug & Alcohol Abuse #231 in Books > Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Difficult Discussions > Drugs #1978 in Books > Teens > Social Issues
Age Range: 12 - 17 years
Grade Level: 7 - 12
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