Understanding Substance Use Disorders (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781499479690)

Substance use disorders, commonly referred to as addictions, are very common. In 2023, nearly 17 percent of Americans aged 12 and up dealt with some kind of substance use disorder. The forthright yet compassionate main text, enhanced with detailed charts and thoroughly researched fact boxes, explores the causes of substance use disorders, their impact on mental and physical health, and the tools needed to make positive, lasting changes. Teens are empowered to recognize unhealthy patterns, understand the science of addiction, and seek or offer support.

Author: Simon Pierce
ISBN-10: 1499479697
ISBN-13: 9781499479690
Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
Language: English
Published: 07/30/2025
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback