This fully updated edition provides a complete overview of the key facts and core issues surrounding substance misuse. All commonly-used street drugs are covered, with quick reference guides, helpful diagrams and clear information on each drug's effects, methods of use, legal status, availability, treatment options and associated slang.
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This fully updated edition provides a complete overview of the key facts and core issues surrounding substance misuse. All commonly-used street drugs are covered, with quick reference guides, helpful diagrams and clear information on each drug's effects, methods of use, legal status, availability, treatment options and associated slang.
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Very good. Ex-library. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 335 p. Contains: Unspecified. Audience: General/trade. LCCN 2005025926 Type of material Book Personal name Emmett, David. Main title Understanding street drugs: a handbook of substance misuse for parents, teachers and other professionals / David Emmett and Graeme Nice. Edition 2nd ed. Published/Created Philadelphia: J. Kingsley, 2006. Description 335 p. : ill.; 25 cm. ISBN 9781843103516 (pbk. : alk. paper) 1843103516 (pbk. : alk. paper) LC classification HV5840. G7 E55 2006 Related names Nice, Graeme. Emmett, David. Understanding drugs. Contents A brief history of drug use and a snapshot of the current drugs. Situation in Britain--Cannabis Delta 9 Tetrahydrocannabinol--Stimulants--Hallucinogens--Opiates--Volatile substance abuse: "sniffing"--Tranquillisers and sleeping pills: anxyiolytics and hypnotics--Anabolic steroids--Over the counter medicines--'Date rape drugs': Rohypnol, GHB and Ketamine--The signs and symptoms of substance misuse: things you will need to look out for--Physical evidence of possible drug or substance use--Managing drug related incidents--Common reasons for drug and substance misuse and details of available treatment--The language of drug and substance abuse--The legislation debate. LC Subjects Drug abuse--Study and teaching--Great Britain. Drug abuse--Treatment--Great Britain. Youth--Drug use--Prevention. Notes Revised editions of: Understanding drugs, published in 1996. Includes index. Dewey class no. 362.290941 Geographic area code e-uk---
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 700grams, ISBN: 9781843103516.
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Good. A former library book with all the expected stamps stickers and markings. Spine reinforced with clear tape. Some shelf storage or usage wear present. The binding is tight and all pages are present. The pages appear unmarked. Pictures available upon request. Individually inspected by Shadow. Thanks for supporting an independent bookseller!
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 650grams, ISBN: 9781843103516.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
