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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Page 240
... heroin addicts or abusers do not use cash to purchase all of the heroin they consume . In fact , the more frequently that users consume heroin , the lower the proportion of the drug that they use is actually purchased . Daily users ...
... heroin addicts or abusers do not use cash to purchase all of the heroin they consume . In fact , the more frequently that users consume heroin , the lower the proportion of the drug that they use is actually purchased . Daily users ...
Page 262
... drug supply ( Zion , 1985 ) . “ Crime would drop , and the mob would lose income . ... Addicts could get their fix at federal clinics , ” explains one distinguished lawyer who advocates the maintenance model ( Nizer , 1986 ) . Legal heroin ...
... drug supply ( Zion , 1985 ) . “ Crime would drop , and the mob would lose income . ... Addicts could get their fix at federal clinics , ” explains one distinguished lawyer who advocates the maintenance model ( Nizer , 1986 ) . Legal heroin ...
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... drug builds tolerance swiftly , maximizing the likelihood of a physical dependence . Heroin is metabolized in the body fairly quickly so that , roughly four hours after administering a satisfying shot , the addict will want to inject it ...
... drug builds tolerance swiftly , maximizing the likelihood of a physical dependence . Heroin is metabolized in the body fairly quickly so that , roughly four hours after administering a satisfying shot , the addict will want to inject it ...
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