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Substance Use and Abuse

by Kara Rogers
Britannica Educational Publishing
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Consumed for a wide range of reasons, substances that alter a person's mood and mind are widespread in most societies. Although many such substances initially had been valued for their medicinal properties, their usage can have health-endangering consequences, including habit formation. The misuse or abuse of legal and illicit drugs and alcohol engender numerous public health concerns over time. This analytical volume examines the physical, ethical, and public policy issues that have arisen as the result of excessive and inappropriate substance use.

  • Creators

  • Series

    Health and Disease in Society

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    October 1, 2010

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781615304134

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      • ISBN: 9781615304134
      • File size: 4616 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      April 1, 2011

      Gr 9 Up-"Conventional" western allopathic medicine is closely scrutinized in this adequate series, with alternative or "traditional medicines" mentioned in passing. The books outline history, examples, major players, and current status and controversies. Medicine and Healers is a chronological compilation of people who have made significant contributions from ancient times into the 21st century and includes a chapter on nurses. Infectious Diseases covers the epidemiologies of diseases, including the H1N1 influenza pandemic. Battling and Managing Disease focuses on the societal impact of disease, public health, and national and international health agencies. Insets highlight significant people and background information including the "Health Care Reform Legislation." Occasional diagrams, charts, micrographs, and photographs, all in black and white on matte paper, lack impact. A limited glossary and inadequate index are included in each volume.

      Copyright 2011 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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