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Books in Compact Research: Drugs series

  • Oxycodone

    Lydia Bjornlund

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2011)
    Describes oxycodone abuse, including how patients can become addicted to the prescription drug, how it is currently regulated, and how further abuse may be prevented in the future.
  • Teenage Suicide

    Peggy J Parks

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.
  • Fetal Alcohol Disorders

    Sandra Alters

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.
  • Diet Drugs: Part of the Compact Research Series

    Peggy J Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Discusses the issues of diet drugs, including the different types, their efficacy, and their side effects.
  • Hallucinogens: Drugs

    Crystal McCage

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    From the Back Cover: The Compact Research series offers a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from illegal immigration to marijuana. Each book introduces a timely topic in a tightly organized format to hold readers' interest. Lively objective overviews, primary source quotes, and illustrated facts and statistics present an inviting full color and user-friendly format.
  • Acne and Skin Disorders

    Peggy J Parks

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Dec. 1, 2011)
    Acne, which results in clogged pores and pimples or lesions, is one of many skin disorders, with some of the most common being psoriasis, rosacea, dermatitis, and ringworm, as well as skin cancer. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines What Are Acne and Skin Disorders? What Causes Acne and Skin Disorders? How Are Acne and Skin Disorders Treated? and Can Acne and Skin Disorders Be Prevented?
  • Genetic Disorders

    Peggy J Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Press, Dec. 1, 2009)
    Describes the causes, symptoms, and treatments of genetic disorders.
  • Marijuana

    Lydia D Bjornlund

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.
  • Geothermal Power

    Carla Mooney

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2011)
    The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana and terrorism.
  • Cocaine and Crack

    Tamara L Roleff

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2007)
    Provides an overview of the incidence of cocaine and crack use in the United States, covering such topics as whether it is a serious problem, how addiction should be treated, whether punishments are fair, and if the law is effective.
  • Steroids

    David Robson

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Dec. 1, 2008)
    In recent years, the use of steroids tobuild aplayer's strength, endurance, and overall performance has called into question the careers and ethicsof countlessprofessional and amateurathletes. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines How Serious a Problem is Steroid Use? How Dangerous are Steroids? Should Steroids Testing and Laws Be Strengthened? How Can Steroid Use Be Prevented?
  • Inhalants

    Crystal McCage

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 15, 2007)
    Describes what inhalants are and discusses the risks of abusing them, how their abuse affects society, and how their use can be controlled.