Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Drugs and addiction
END OF LINE CLEARANCE BOOK Predatory Drugs Busted
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£31.49
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Living in a Sustainable Way Green Communities
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£9.49
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Putting Earth First Eating and Living Green Next
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£9.49
Chelsea House Publishers Quaaludes
Book SynopsisIn the 1960s, methaqualone - sold in the United States as the trademark Quaalude - was widely prescribed as a treatment for insomnia and anxiety. This title covers the history of the drugs, the physical and psychological effects, their impact on the brain, their dangers of use and abuse, and treatments for quaalude addiction.
£25.46
Vicodin Oxycontin and Other Pain Relievers
Book SynopsisModern medicine provides more help than ever before for people suffering from severe or chronic pain. This book gives readers the inside story on this notorious class of drugs and offers suggestions to help people affected negatively by abuse of these drugs.Table of ContentsSidebars.; Bibliography.; Glossary.; Further reading with web sites.; Index.
£25.46
Amphetamines and Other Stimulants
Book SynopsisAmphetamines, including crystal meth, are some of the powerful and addictive drugs available. Their illicit use has devastated communities all over North America. This title explores the science and history behind commonly used stimulants, and provides information about addiction and treatment options.
£25.46
Alcohol
Book SynopsisPeer pressure and availability make alcohol abuse one of the most troubling problems in society, particularly among young people. This title explores why alcohol is so popular in our culture and the problems it poses for individuals and society. It also looks at ways for young people and others to avoid drinking and prevent abuse.
£25.46
Albert Whitman & Company Please Be Ok
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£16.14
Scarecrow Press Substance Abuse The Ultimate Teen Guide It
Book SynopsisThis book looks at the most common forms of substance abuse among teens. It also describes ways abuse can be recognized, and most importantly, how teens can get helpâfor themselves and/or their peers.Trade ReviewA combination of personal stories, statistics and recent studies, and a discussion of the cultural/societal perception and treatment of the topic. . . clearly presented and easily digestible information useful for establishing a solid knowledge base. * Library Journal *Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide is designed with the high school age student in mind who wants a broad overview of the physical and emotional issues associated with substance abuse and teen use of drugs and alcohol. While the teenage years are a time of great emotional and psychological change, there are many issues that may arise for the teen dealing with substance abuse. The work focuses on the exposure that teens today have to substances, the reasons that teens experiment with drugs and alcohol, the physical and emotional aspects of addiction, and relapse and recovery. Information in this work is presented through the personal stories of teens and young adults who have lived through the experience of drug and alcohol abuse; most of the stories focus on teenagers who have experienced substance abuse first-hand. Specific chapters address the experimentation stage, prevention of addiction, holistic methods of recovery, and recovery and relapse. The volume includes discussion questions at the end of each chapter to help teens verbalize their questions, up-to-date statistics, and first-hand advice from professionals. Teens who are experiencing issues with substance abuse first-hand, either themselves or with a parent or friend, will find this guide useful. The personal experiences shared in this book will appeal to this target audience and could be useful for students this age researching this topic. * American Reference Books Annual *
£50.40
Holiday House Inc ForgetMeNot Blue
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Encanto and Turning Red, this intimate and heartfelt middle grade novel follows two siblings fighting to stay together amidst the ripple effects of addiction and generational trauma.Siblings Con and Sofie’s mom promised that nothing would ever come between them–but when she disappears without any warning, she becomes the one who’s tearing them apart.With no one else to rely on, inseparable siblings Con and Sofie must decide who they can trust, and whether or not it’s safe to share their hearts with family members who have the power to hurt them. Sofie has always turned to Con–and to books–during times of upheaval in their unstable lives. But as their mother is arrested and their guardianship becomes uncertain, Sofie will have to find hope in the most important story of all: her own.Moranville’s captivating and vulnerable prose explores the ways in which addiction’s ripple ef
£15.29
A A Grapevine, Incorporated In Our Own Words Stories of Young AAs in Recovery
Book SynopsisHonest personal accounts by young AA members of what it's like to get sober at an early age and about the joys and challenges that lie ahead in sobriety.This collection of personal stories from AA Grapevine focuses on the challenges faced by alcoholics who are young in yearsas well as the life-changing sober joys that await them. You'll discover frank accounts of drinking in the lives of young adults, how they managed to get and stay sober, the impact that practicing the principles of AA has had on their lives, and the challenges and rewards of finally learning to live and to love, one day at a time.An essential read if you're young and soberor thinking about getting soberthis book shows how successful early sobriety can be. As one contributor writes: To all the young people out there who are unsure, I want to say, Keep coming back, no matter what. Enjoy the gift of sobriety and try to pass it on.'
£8.99
Woodland Press When a Family Is in Trouble
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£9.89
HarperCollins Worse Than Weird
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£37.49
Square Fish Sweet
Book SynopsisThey''d kill to get thin.Simultaneously terrifying, hilarious, and action-packed, Sweet is a wild ride that holds up a warped mirror to our society. I loved it from the first line to the last. Marie Lu, New York Timesbestselling author of Legend and The Young ElitesThe luxurious celebrity cruise launching the trendy new diet sweetener Solu should be the vacation of a lifetime. But Laurel is starting to regret accepting her friend Viv''s invitation. She''s already completely embarrassed herself in front of celebrity host Tom Forelli-the hottest guy ever!-and she''s too sick to even try the sweetener. And that''s before Viv and all the other passengers start acting really strange.Tom knows that he should be grateful for this job and the chance to shed his former-child-star image. His publicists have even set up a ''romance'' with a sexy reality star. But as things on the ship start to get wild, he finds himself d
£12.34
Henry Holt & Company Firekeepers Daughter
Book SynopsisA PRINTZ MEDAL WINNER!A MORRIS AWARD WINNER!AN AMERICAN INDIAN YOUTH LITERATURE AWARD YA HONOR BOOK!A REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB YA PICKAn Instant #1 New York Times BestsellerSoon to be adapted at Netflix for TV with President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama''s production company, Higher Ground. One of this year''s most buzzed about young adult novels. Good Morning America A TIME Magazine Best YA Book of All Time SelectionAmazon''s Best YA Book of 2021 So Far (June 2021)A 2021 Kids'' Indie Next List SelectionAn Entertainment Weekly Most Anticipated Books of 2021 SelectionA PopSugar Best March 2021 YA Book SelectionWith four starred reviews, Angeline Boulley''s debut novel, Firekeeper''s Daughter, is a groundbreaking YA thriller about a Native teen who must root out the corruption in her community, perfect for readers of Angie Thomas a
£14.99
Square Fish Life in the Balance
Book SynopsisVeronica struggles to balance softball, friends, and family turmoil in this new honest and heartfelt middle grade novel by Jen Petro-Roy, Life in the Balance.Veronica Conway has been looking forward to trying out for the All-Star softball team for years. She''s practically been playing the game since she was a baby. She should have this tryout on lock.Except right before tryouts, Veronica's mom announces that she's entering rehab for alcoholism, and her dad tells her that they may not be able to afford the fees needed to be on the team.Veronica decides to enter the town talent show in an effort to make her own money, but along the way discovers a new hobby that leads her to doubt her feelings for the game she thought she loved so much.Is her mom the only one learning balance, or can Veronica find a way to discover what she really wants to do with her life?
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Bad Decisions Playlist
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Every Time You Go Away
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Jennifer Niven, Abigail Johnson draws a searing and lyrical portrait of grief, forgiveness, and the kind of love that blooms in the aftermath. Eight years ago, Ethan and Rebecca met, two troublemaking kids sharing secrets and first kisses in a tree house, until Ethan's mom returned to take him away. Each and every visit, his only goodbye was a flower on Rebecca's windowsill.Four years ago, Ethan left for the last time to take care of his mother, who has struggled with addiction his whole life. Two years ago, Rebecca was in a car accident that killed her father. She's been learning to navigate life as a wheelchair user ever since. Now, they discover if their hardships have torn them apartor will bring them closer than ever. Trade ReviewPraise for Every Time You Go Away“Emotionally rich and thought-provoking. Johnson’s skilled storytelling drops readers directly into Ethan and Rebecca’s experiences, both the painful and the beautiful, and I, for one, was changed by the journey.” —Lynn Painter, New York Times bestselling author of Better Than the Movies“A perfect blend of heartache, healing, and hope. Every Time You Go Away tackles tricky topics with candor and care while bringing to life characters that work their way into your heart and never let go.” —Erin Stewart, author of The Words We Keep and Scars Like WingsPraise for Every Other Weekend"This is a coming-of-age story with real heart and authenticity. A must read!" —Samantha Young, New York Times bestselling author of The Fragile Ordinary and On Dublin Street"A poignant, painful, and stirring story about two kids trying to navigate divorce, first love, and finding your dreams." —Kathleen Glasgow, author of Girl in Pieces and How to Make Friends with the Dark"Every Other Weekend handles sensitive family issues with honesty, amidst the fresh, emotive backdrop of Johnson's stunning prose. Adam and Jolene spark the page with their wit. And they'll slide into your heart as they discover each other's." —Laura Taylor Namey, New York Times bestselling author of A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow"Johnson beautifully evokes the tender romance that eventually builds between [Adam and Jolene] after their first encounters, offering readers access to the two teens' inner thoughts and fragile psyches. Jolene's loneliness, especially, will break hearts... The positive, not overly simplistic resolution to the complicated story will touch readers." —Booklist"A complex and emotionally charged character-driven story that explores a variety of painfully human themes, including loss and emotional abuse. Adam's and Jolene's struggles will draw readers in, and the slow-burning romance will touch readers' hearts... Heart-wrenching and hopeful—a reminder that we can change our stories." —Kirkus Reviews"In addition to the tender love story, the book takes on a number of important issues for young adults including divorce, loss, grief, family dynamics, relationship control, and sexual assault... Romance fans will especially enjoy this title." —School Library Journal
£13.49
Capstone Global Library Ltd Avoiding Drink and Drugs
Book SynopsisDrug use and abuse can be a serious problem for teenagers. In this guide, readers will learn how to deal with addiction, how to avoid peer pressure and how to get help and make healthy choices. From alcohol and nicotine to marijuana and heroin, each drug has dangerous short- and long-term effects on the body, some of which can be life-threatening. Even painkillers prescribed by a doctor can become addictive and harmful. Readers will be inspired to make healthy choices and feel empowered to avoid drink and drugs.
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd Avoiding Drink and Drugs
Book SynopsisDrug use and abuse can be a serious problem for teenagers. In this guide, readers will learn how to deal with addiction, how to avoid peer pressure and how to get help and make healthy choices. From alcohol and nicotine to marijuana and heroin, each drug has dangerous short- and long-term effects on the body, some of which can be life-threatening. Even painkillers prescribed by a doctor can become addictive and harmful. Readers will be inspired to make healthy choices and feel empowered to avoid drink and drugs.
£10.78
Simon & Schuster Ltd Chaos Theory
Book SynopsisThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin delivers a gripping romance about two teens: a certified genius living with a diagnosed mental illness and a politician's son who is running from his own addiction and grief. Don't miss this gut punch of a novel about mental illness, loss, and discovering you are worthy of love. The next read for fans of Angie Thomas, Danielle Jawando and Jason ReynoldsScars exist to remind us of what we’ve survived . . . Since Shelbi enrolled at Windward Academy as a senior and won’t be there very long, she hasn’t bothered making friends. What her classmates don’t know about her can’t be used to hurt her – you know, like it did at her last school. Andy Criddle is not okay. At all. He’s had far too much to drink. Again. Which is bad. And things are about to ge
£8.54
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Tweak Growing Up on Methamphetamines
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£15.99
Simon & Schuster Fallout
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£17.09
Simon & Schuster Tweak
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£12.74
Simon & Schuster Raven
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£12.59
Simon & Schuster Learning Not to Drown
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Shift The Shade Trilogy
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Shift 02 Shade
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£9.49
Peter Lang Publishing Inc Wellness of School Children Against Tobacco
Book SynopsisNo previous research has ever explored thoroughly the types and trends of smoking and the different models of tobacco smoking among Palestinian children. This study was designed to identify the factors that increase or mitigate risk associated with smoking among school children and adolescents living within the Palestinian territories. An ecological framework serves as the theoretical framework for the study, incorporating multiple levels of children's and adolescents' lives, including individual, family, school, peers, and community dimensions. The study is based on theory that considers the school as a central component of socialization and also on problem behavior theory, suggesting that humans develop clusters of dangerous behaviors that become part of their daily lives. This research study is based on the data set of the Health Behaviors in School-aged Children (HBSC) international survey, and employed a dual focus on individuals and schools. It revealed the high prevalence of tobTable of ContentsList of Tables – List of Figures – Preface – Acknowledgements – List of Abbreviations – Summary – Introduction – Review of the Literature – Methodology – Findings and Results – Discussion, Implications, and Recommendations – Annex: Tables and Documents – References and Bibliography.
£64.04
Teacher Created Materials, Inc Straight Talk Drugs and Alcohol
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£11.05
Rowman & Littlefield Substance Abuse
Book SynopsisThere 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 alcoholand 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 peopleteen addicts and otherswho have been affected by substance abuse. Topics covered in this book include:exposure to alcohol and drugs reasons people experiment with addictive substaTrade ReviewA combination of personal stories, statistics and recent studies, and a discussion of the cultural/societal perception and treatment of the topic. . . clearly presented and easily digestible information useful for establishing a solid knowledge base. * Library Journal *Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide is designed with the high school age student in mind who wants a broad overview of the physical and emotional issues associated with substance abuse and teen use of drugs and alcohol. While the teenage years are a time of great emotional and psychological change, there are many issues that may arise for the teen dealing with substance abuse. The work focuses on the exposure that teens today have to substances, the reasons that teens experiment with drugs and alcohol, the physical and emotional aspects of addiction, and relapse and recovery. Information in this work is presented through the personal stories of teens and young adults who have lived through the experience of drug and alcohol abuse; most of the stories focus on teenagers who have experienced substance abuse first-hand. Specific chapters address the experimentation stage, prevention of addiction, holistic methods of recovery, and recovery and relapse. The volume includes discussion questions at the end of each chapter to help teens verbalize their questions, up-to-date statistics, and first-hand advice from professionals. Teens who are experiencing issues with substance abuse first-hand, either themselves or with a parent or friend, will find this guide useful. The personal experiences shared in this book will appeal to this target audience and could be useful for students this age researching this topic. * American Reference Books Annual *
£31.50
Simon & Schuster Freefall
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£8.54
Simon & Schuster Clean
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£11.69
Simon & Schuster Dead End
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£9.49
Simon & Schuster Go Ask AliceJays Journal Boxed Set
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£17.59
Simon & Schuster Rush
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£10.79
Margaret K. McElderry Books Smashed
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£14.44
Simon & Schuster Cant Get There from Here
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£10.79
Simon & Schuster Out of Reach
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£14.44
Simon & Schuster Out of Reach
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£9.49
Simon & Schuster Wrecked
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA suspenseful story of love and violence set in the backwoods of Kentucky’s methamphetamine trade. — Georgia Christgau -- School Library Journal, *STARRED REVIEW* * 6/3/2022 *An intense story of love, friendship, and family that takes unexpected turns. -- Kirkus Reviews * 1/1/2022 *This story provides a much-needed voice for those who live in rural America and who seek relatable characters in literature. Nancy Jean Hawkins, School Librarian, Franklin County High School, Brookville, Indiana -- School Library Connection *RECOMMENDED* * 5/1/2022 *This love story packs a powerful punch, boasting suspense and edge-of-the-seat action. -- Publishers Weekly * 4/18/2022 *
£16.14
Simon & Schuster Rats Saw God
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£11.69
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Takedown
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£11.69
Simon & Schuster Fallout
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£14.39
Simon & Schuster Street Pharm
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£12.59
Simon & Schuster Traffick
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review"Hopkins’s use of free verse allows the raw emotion to shine through, and mature teens will hang on to every word... Recommended widely for older YA readers." * School Library Journal *"Hopkins’ undeniable empathyfor young people remains sincere and moving." * Booklist *Mature readers will...cry when reading this work. -- School Library Connection
£16.99
Simon & Schuster The Gospel of Winter
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£15.99
Margaret K. McElderry Books Crank Trilogy
£37.04
