PCP (Drug Library) [Library Binding]

Gerald Newman (Author), Eleanor Newman Layfield (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1997 | Age Level: 11 and up | Grade Level: 6 and up | Series: Drug Library

Discusses how PCP is made, used, distributed, as well as its physical and psychological effects. Also provides sources of further information and help.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 7 Up--A clearly written and well-organized overview. The authors begin with an examination of the history of drug abuse and identify four categories of commonly abused drugs, including PCP, which fits into all four categories. They then trace the development, testing, accepted medical use, and ultimate illegalization of PCP. A list of the drug's many street names along with charts that explain the legal penalties for drug trafficking are included. A thorough description of the stages of PCP intoxication, its effects on neurotransmitters, and the difficulties of treatment are presented. An extensive state-by-state listing of "Where to Go for Help" is appended. Black-and-white photos, some of which seem dated, along with charts, maps, and diagrams, appear throughout. The text is well documented and cites many research studies conducted since the publication of Marilyn Carroll's PCP (Chelsea House, 1985). A solid combination of science, history, statistics, and sociology, this title should be a useful addition for most libraries.

Sheila G. Shellabarger, Fordham Health Sciences Library, Wright State University, Dayton, OH

Copyright 1997 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 11 and up
  
• Library Binding: 128 pages
• Publisher: Enslow Publishers (August 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0894908529
• ISBN-13: 978-0894908521
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,957,578 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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