The truth about barbiturates / Judy Monroe Peterson.

Author/creator Peterson, Judy Monroe author.
Format Book
EditionFirst edition.
PublicationNew York : Rosen Publishing, 2014.
Copyright Date©2014
Description64 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Subjects

Portion of title Barbiturates
SeriesDrugs & 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 noteIncludes bibliographical references (pages 58-61) and index.
LCCN 2013013556
ISBN9781477718964 (library binding)
ISBN1477718966 (library binding)

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