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Heroin
One of the most addictive drugs in history, rates of heroin addiction have fallen over the past decade, but many people from all walks of life still live with painful addictions to it. What can be done to help someone who becomes dependent? This anthology examines topics surrounding heroin, includes primary and secondary sources from diverse and conflicting perspectives: eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others. Readers will gain insight into the challenges facing heroin users and some solutions in the form of treatment.
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Review: HeroinEach well-chosen selection raises fascinating questions about the legal and ethical aspects of each issue, inviting teens' empathy with personal histories as well as facts. With up-to-date, relevant resource lists and expertly edited selections, these volumes, like others in the venerable series, are natural choices to support high-school debates and classroom discussion.Booklist, March 2011RL
Grades
10-12+ IL
Grades
9-12+ 
