Drug Abuse and Society: Sets 1 - 2
Deliver memorable but approachable messages to readers through this collection about drugs and their impact on society. Prescription drugs like Ritalin and OxyContin, and street drugs like cocaine and GHB are examined, with deep dives into each drug's pervasiveness in our daily lives. Students will witness the effects from a larger social and legal perspective, and see how families and individuals are impacted. They'll learn how the drugs are made, how they alter the body, and how they can change life for the worse when abused. Ubiquitous ingredients like caffeine and nicotine are also covered.
* Reviews *
Series Book Reviews:Book Review: Prescription Drugs
"...even a reluctant/poor reader will be able to glean information about this form of drug abuse. RECOMMENDED."
--Cindy Bickhaus, Ryan High School, Assoc. of Reg. XI School Librarians, Fort Worth, TX
Book Review: Rohypnol
"Information is simply put. The information would rate it to be put on the shelf. RECOMMENDED."
--Marilyn Sprague, Flower Mound High School, Assoc. of Reg. XI School Librarians, Fort Worth, TX
Book Review: Ketamine & OxyContin
"This is a good resource for those wanting to know more about the drug. RECOMMENDED."
--Carolyn Bason, Denton High School, Assoc. of Reg. XI School Librarians, Fort Worth, TX
Book Review: OxyContin
"This book explains how a legal medication designed to relieve severe, chronic pain has become an addictive drug whose use has reached epic proportions. The author asks readers to consider the many aspects of this situation, including liability...The information is presented in a straightforward manner. Reference aids include a list of agencies dealing with drug abuse. Because web sites often change their Internet link by the time of the publication, Rosen Publishing provides a general link that promises to remain current. This series is informative for reports as well as general information. If the other volumes are as thorough and nonjudgmental as this title, this is a series that would have a place in all public and school libraries...RECOMMENDED."
--Charlote Decker, Librarian, Childrens Learning Center, Public Library of Cincinnati (Ohio) and Hamilton County, LMC Aug/Sep 2007
Book Review: Methamphetamine
"Inspirational personal stories of recovering addicts are included. This would be a good addition for reference. RECOMMENDED."
--Fran Rader, Cleburne High School, Assoc. of Reg. XI School Librarians, Fort Worth, TX
