Drug nation, patterns, problems, panics, and policies, Martin Plant ... [et al.]
Type
Label
Drug nation, patterns, problems, panics, and policies, Martin Plant ... [et al.]
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Drug nation
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
651488465
Responsibility statement
Martin Plant ... [et al.]
Sub title
patterns, problems, panics, and policies
Summary
Humans have been using psychoactive [mind-altering] drugs since ancient times. Barely a day goes by without a drug-related issue reaching the headlines, and drugs, in some way or another, affect all of our lives, whether by our own use, the use of those we know, or even from just being a victim of drug-related crimeThis book provides an accessible and lucid introduction to some of the main health and social issues related to illicit drugs and their use. It reviews a range of popular drugs--including amphetamines, cannabis, cocaine, ecstasy [MDMA], heroin, and LSD--whilst considering the law related to such substances. Written in a straight-forward and approachable style, it dispels some of the many myths that exist about drug use, offering an authoritative and balanced perspective on issues of personal, local, national, and international importanceDrug Nation will be essential reading for anyone who wants to be informed about the drug situation today, offering a sensible and non-sensational account of drugs and drug taking. --Book Jacket
Table Of Contents
Drugs in Britain: the history -- Drugs in perspective -- Drugs: patterns of use -- The consequences of drug use: the good, the bad, and the ugly -- Drug-control policies: a question of balance -- The law and the criminal justice system -- Does drug education make any difference? -- Can drug classification and drug policy ever be evidence-based? -- Therapeutic options -- Future directions