Illicit drugs
(Book, Reference)
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Contributors
Published
Santa Barbara, Calif. : Greenwood, [2011].
Format
Book, Reference
ISBN
9780313365669, 0313365660
Physical Desc
xii, 235 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
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Location | Format | Call Number | Status |
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Lawson McGhee Library - Reference shelves | Reference | 362.29 ISRA | On Shelf |
Cedar Bluff Branch Library - Books | Book | 362.29 ISRA | On Shelf |
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Published
Santa Barbara, Calif. : Greenwood, [2011].
Language
English
ISBN
9780313365669, 0313365660
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Description
This volume compiles information and materials documenting illicit drugs and their use from multiple perspectives. Some 20 million Americans, or 8 percent of the population of the United States aged 12 and older, use marijuana, cocaine, heroin, amphetamines, ecstasy, or other illicit drugs. The cost to our society is enormous, more than $300 billion annually for related expenses such as health care and treatment, social services, law enforcement, and losses due to crime. Illicit drug use is a deeply embedded characteristic of most societies, resulting in illness, death, crime and violence, terrorism, imprisonment, property confiscation, and massive allocations of government resources. This work provides information for those seeking to understand the nature and scope of this far-reaching problem, as well as major issues of concern and debate surrounding it. Organized thematically, the book begins with an overview of illicit drug use and abuse, including its history and risk factors. The scope of illicit drug use in the United States is covered, including conditions that encourage the practice, costs, related policies and programs, and prevention and treatment considerations. The book looks at populations at risk, including children and youth, women, older adults, and racial and ethnic minorities. International aspects of illicit drugs, such as production, trafficking, and consumption are also examined.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Isralowitz, R., & Myers, P. L. (2011). Illicit drugs . Greenwood.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Isralowitz, Richard and Peter L. Myers. 2011. Illicit Drugs. Greenwood.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Isralowitz, Richard and Peter L. Myers. Illicit Drugs Greenwood, 2011.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Isralowitz, Richard., and Peter L Myers. Illicit Drugs Greenwood, 2011.
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