Inhalants
| AUTHOR | Petersen, Christine |
| PUBLISHER | Cavendish Square Publishing (08/16/2013) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Library Binding) |
Description
Inhalants are drugs of gases or vapors that are breathed in and cause a short-lived high that produces intoxication and psychoactive effects. Often called huffing, this dangerous drug abuse kills brain cells and can cause death. This guidebook presents readers with the straight facts about inhalant use and abuse. They will learn about physical and emotional addiction, and other health problems including overdose. Criminal charges and other risks and expenses are explained. Personal stories are shared from teens impacted by inhalant abuse. An entire chapter guides readers in getting help for themselves or someone they care about. Several images support the narrative.
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Product Format
Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781608708246
ISBN-10:
1608708241
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
64
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
8.00 x 0.50 x 9.40 inches
Weight:
0.85 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Table of Contents,
Ikids,
Glossary,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Medical | Neurology
Grade Level:
5th Grade
- 8th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
616.86
Library of Congress Control Number:
2011021773
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Inhalants are drugs of gases or vapors that are breathed in and cause a short-lived high that produces intoxication and psychoactive effects. Often called huffing, this dangerous drug abuse kills brain cells and can cause death. This guidebook presents readers with the straight facts about inhalant use and abuse. They will learn about physical and emotional addiction, and other health problems including overdose. Criminal charges and other risks and expenses are explained. Personal stories are shared from teens impacted by inhalant abuse. An entire chapter guides readers in getting help for themselves or someone they care about. Several images support the narrative.
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