The truth about barbiturates / Judy Monroe Peterson.
| Author/creator | Peterson, Judy Monroe author. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication | New York : Rosen Publishing, 2014. |
| Copyright Date | ©2014 |
| Description | 64 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Portion of title | Barbiturates |
| Series | Drugs & consequences Drugs & consequences. ^A1121649 |
| Contents | The use of barbiturates today -- Dangers in society -- The impact on the body and mind -- Identifying barbiturate abuse -- Building a healthy lifestyle. |
| Abstract | Abuse of barbiturates and other prescription drugs is a serious problem in the United States, and it is the fastest growing drug abuse trend among American teens. In this volume, young adults get the truth about abusing these drugs and how addiction can result in permanent mental and physical harm, or even deadly reactions. This book describes the effects on abusers, family members, friends, and society. It also explains the dangerous rise in illegal online pharmacies, drug interactions and effects, overdose and withdrawal, how to identify a drug user, treatment options, support groups, recovery, and drug prevention. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 58-61) and index. |
| LCCN | 2013013556 |
| ISBN | 9781477718964 (library binding) |
| ISBN | 1477718966 (library binding) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | TRC Nonfiction | 362.29 P44278T | ✔ Available | Place Hold |