Books with title Medical Marijuana

Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that stir public debate; this series provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issues of the day.; This new title in Lucent’s Hot Topic series examines how various forms of marijuana have been used throughout history to treat various illnesses. It also discusses how marijuana works to heal various ailments in the present day. The title concludes by examining the pros and cons of legalizing marijuana for medicinal purposes.; Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion. Full-color photographs, maps, and charts enhance volumes in this series.

Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; Medical marijuana is a popular topic for debate. ITCY: Medical Marijuana covers the contentious nature of the following: the medicinal nature of marijuana; teenage use of medical marijuana; and federal regulation of medical marijuana.; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more accessible. Color photos, charts, graphs, tables and editorial cartoons reinforce information as well as present important statistical data. Each volume also includes facts taken from a variety of government and research facilities, to tell students more of what they want to know about the issue, and guidance for students to aid them in addressing the issue in their own lives. A bibliography and thorough subject index round out each volume.