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There are a variety of reasons young people turn to drugs, and the impact of such behavior can often be devastating. Whether alcohol, marijuana, ecstasy, or the latest drug of choice, substance abuse among teens continues to be a concern. This disorder affects so many people in one way or another, not only the addicted individual but also his or her family members and friends.
In Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Sheri Mabry Bestor looks at the various reasons why young people experiment with drugs and alcoholāand the consequences of doing so. Written to help young adults and those close to them understand substance abuse disorder, this book is full of important and practical information from various experts. In addition to facts, statistics, and advice, this book also provides insights from real peopleāteen addicts and othersāwho have been affected by substance abuse.
Topics covered in this book include:
exposure to alcohol and drugs reasons people experiment with addictive substancesphysical and emotional aspects of addictiontreatment optionsrelapsesrecovery
The chapters in this book take readers through the process of substance use to substance abuse, from curiosity and experimentation to full-blown addiction and recovery. The chapters feature not only true life stories, but also contain information about how substance abuse affects the body and brain. Appendixes include a list of resources, including web sites, books, and movies that teens will find useful. Designed to give teens the tools for understanding this disorder from various perspectives, this book is a valuable resource for anyone affected by substance abuse.
In Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Sheri Mabry Bestor looks at the various reasons why young people experiment with drugs and alcoholāand the consequences of doing so. Written to help young adults and those close to them understand substance abuse disorder, this book is full of important and practical information from various experts. In addition to facts, statistics, and advice, this book also provides insights from real peopleāteen addicts and othersāwho have been affected by substance abuse.
Topics covered in this book include:
exposure to alcohol and drugs reasons people experiment with addictive substancesphysical and emotional aspects of addictiontreatment optionsrelapsesrecovery
The chapters in this book take readers through the process of substance use to substance abuse, from curiosity and experimentation to full-blown addiction and recovery. The chapters feature not only true life stories, but also contain information about how substance abuse affects the body and brain. Appendixes include a list of resources, including web sites, books, and movies that teens will find useful. Designed to give teens the tools for understanding this disorder from various perspectives, this book is a valuable resource for anyone affected by substance abuse.
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Publisher
Scarecrow PressYear
2013eBook ISBN
9780810885592Edition
1Table of contents
- Contents
- Disclaimer
- Note from the Author
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1: PreāSubstance Exposure
- Chapter 2: Experimenting with Substances
- Chapter 3: Increased Substance Use/Prevention of Addiction
- Chapter 4: Addiction
- Chapter 5: Recovery/Relapse
- Chapter 6: Holistic Methods
- Chapter 7: More to Think About
- Chapter 8: From the Perspective Of . . .
- The End
- Appendix A: More Facts at a Glance
- Appendix B: Contributors
- Appendix C: Great Sources/Bibliography
- Appendix D: Teen Insights through Art on Substance Abuse
- About the Author