Drug Abuse Sourcebook: Basic Consumer Health Information About Illicit Substances Of Abuse And The Misuse Of Prescription And Over-the-counter Medications, Including Depress (Health Reference Series)

Drug Abuse Sourcebook, Second Edition presents information about the health risks and other effects of specific drugs of abuse, including depressants, hallucinogens, inhalants, marijuana, stimulants, anabolic steroids, and prescription and over-the-counter medications. It explains the processes involved as casual use turns to addiction and offers new information about prevention and treatment programs with successful track records. Glossaries of drug-related terms and a directory of resources able to offer assistance and information are also included.