Drugs in American SocietyGoode's "Drugs in American Society" 7/e is a well-respected, brief investigation of the full range of psychoactive drug use; from legal, medical and perscription use to criminal, recreational use and from casual use to addiction. Objective pro and con accounts on important issues like treatment, education, rehabilitation, and legalization give students a thorough understanding of the topics. The new seventh edition continues to provide the most balanced and up-to-date coverage in an accessible, engaging style. |
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... actually feels under the influence of marijuana . For instance , nausea , vomiting , and diarrhea appear routinely on the lists of marijuana effects in propa- ganda tracts ; yet when a cross section of users is interviewed as to what ...
... actually feels under the influence of marijuana . For instance , nausea , vomiting , and diarrhea appear routinely on the lists of marijuana effects in propa- ganda tracts ; yet when a cross section of users is interviewed as to what ...
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... actually achieve the reverse . The polarization of sides on all significant issues produces the need for displaying statements of one's ideology . When the issue of " law and order " becomes crucial , support for the police in all their ...
... actually achieve the reverse . The polarization of sides on all significant issues produces the need for displaying statements of one's ideology . When the issue of " law and order " becomes crucial , support for the police in all their ...
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... actually understand or perceive his impact on the drug problem . It is easier to rationalize and justify one's efforts than it is to attempt to make them really effective . ( 3 ) Vengeance is a powerful motive in the desire to punish ...
... actually understand or perceive his impact on the drug problem . It is easier to rationalize and justify one's efforts than it is to attempt to make them really effective . ( 3 ) Vengeance is a powerful motive in the desire to punish ...
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