{"product_id":"substance-abuse-sheri-mabry-bestor-9780810885585","title":"Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide","description":"There 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn Substance Abuse: The Ultimate Teen Guide, Sheri Mabry Bestor looks at the various reasons why young people experiment with drugs and alcohol--and 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 people--teen addicts and others--who have been affected by substance abuse. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTopics covered in this book include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexposure to alcohol and drugs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereasons people experiment with addictive substances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ephysical and emotional aspects of addiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etreatment options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erelapses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erecovery \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe chapters in this book take readers through the process of substance use to substance abuse, from curiosity and experimentation to full-blown addiction and recovery. The chapters feature not only true life stories, but also contain information about how substance abuse affects the body and brain. Appendixes include a list of resources, including web sites, books, and movies that teens will find useful. Designed to give teens the tools for understanding this disorder from various perspectives, this book is a valuable resource for anyone affected by substance abuse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Sheri Mabry Bestor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0810885581\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780810885585\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Scarecrow Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/11\/2013\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 208\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.36lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.10h x 7.10w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 11\/01\/2013 pg. 130","brand":"Sheri Mabry Bestor","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44809634578687,"sku":"9780810885585","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_85585f37-d35f-462a-adab-ffef5b92d01c.jpg?v=1707927045","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/substance-abuse-sheri-mabry-bestor-9780810885585","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}