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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... methedrine , and marijuana . Use may take place legally on a research basis only . ( States have modeled their laws on this act , but have amended it in many cases ; for instance , marijuana is approved , on an experimental basis , for ...
... methedrine , and marijuana . Use may take place legally on a research basis only . ( States have modeled their laws on this act , but have amended it in many cases ; for instance , marijuana is approved , on an experimental basis , for ...
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... Methedrine Nonamphetamine Stimulants : Cocaine , Ritalin , Caffeine , Nicotine HALLUCINOGENS LSD , Mescaline , Psilocybin , MDA MARIJUANA INHALANTS Amyl Nitrite , Butyl Nitrite , Nitrous Oxide , Aerosol , Toluene ( glue , etc. ) very ...
... Methedrine Nonamphetamine Stimulants : Cocaine , Ritalin , Caffeine , Nicotine HALLUCINOGENS LSD , Mescaline , Psilocybin , MDA MARIJUANA INHALANTS Amyl Nitrite , Butyl Nitrite , Nitrous Oxide , Aerosol , Toluene ( glue , etc. ) very ...
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... Methedrine , Desoxyn , Biphetamine , and Dexamyl . They go by the street names of " speed , " " ups , " " crank , " " splash , " " pep pills , " " meth , " and " A. " The first of the amphetamines ( Benzedrine ) was discovered in 1887 ...
... Methedrine , Desoxyn , Biphetamine , and Dexamyl . They go by the street names of " speed , " " ups , " " crank , " " splash , " " pep pills , " " meth , " and " A. " The first of the amphetamines ( Benzedrine ) was discovered in 1887 ...
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