Drugs and alcohol
(Book)

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Around 60 percent of teenagers have tried alcohol by their senior year, while 20 percent have tried pot, and around the same percentage say they have abused prescription medications. This book presents the facts on drug and alcohol use: how it affects the brain, how some drugs work differently from others, and what the long-term consequences can be. Readers will also find out how to recognize addition and what to do about it. Written in accessible, down-to-earth language, the Teen guides to health & wellness presents vital information for teens who are learning to take responsibility for their own health decisions. The books are packed with information and "actionable advice" on topics such as anxiety and depression, nutrition and exercise, tattoos and other body modifications, and much more.