Prescription Drug Abuse: A Reference Handbook

This outstanding resource guide for students and young adults provides an introduction to the history of prescription drug abuse that explains how this problem has arisen and examines the social, political, economic, and health issues associated with prescription drug abuse in modern society.

• Explains the dangers associated with the use of prescription drugs for nonmedical purposes

• Provides a detailed introduction for readers seeking to learn about the topic of prescription drug abuse and...