Bibliograph

Heroin and prescription opioids, by Melissa Abramovitz ; content consultant, Andrew Harris

Type

Label

Heroin and prescription opioids, by Melissa Abramovitz ; content consultant, Andrew Harris

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-109) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Heroin and prescription opioids

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1056625455

Responsibility statement

by Melissa Abramovitz ; content consultant, Andrew Harris

Series statement

Drugs in real life

Summary

The drugs in real life series explores the physical, psychological, social and legal aspects of drug use, while also considering addiction, responsible drug treatment, and the difference between use and abuse

Table Of Contents

Katie's story -- What are opioids? -- Impacts on the brain and body -- Risks and effects -- The opioid epidemic -- Stigma and drug abuse -- Prevention and treatment -- Laws and policies

Target audience

adolescent

Classification