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What you need to know about cannabis: understanding the facts
- Authors:
- EMMETT David, NICE Graeme
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 127p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This explanatory guide offers a balanced account of the information currently available about cannabis, allowing the reader to draw their own conclusions. It aims to demystify the latest research about the effects of the drug, particularly in relation to mental health issues. It talks about the history of cannabis, its production, uses, treatments for addiction and interactions with the law, focusing on the main English-speaking countries: United Kingdom, United States, Canada; Australia; New Zealand. This would be suitable for teachers, parents and young people themselves who want to know more about cannabis.
Understanding drug issues: a photocopiable resource workbook
- Authors:
- EMMETT David, NICE Graeme
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2005
- Pagination:
- 160p.
- Place of publication:
- London
- Edition:
- 2nd
The range of 30 original exercises in this resource is designed to expand and challenge participants' understanding of the issues surrounding illegal drug use, with activities that will enable them to make active and informed personal judgements about drugs.
Understanding street drugs: a handbook of substance misuse for parents, teachers and other professionals
- Authors:
- EMMETT David, NICE Graeme
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 334p.
- Place of publication:
- London
- Edition:
- 2nd
This book provides an overview of the key facts and core issues surrounding substance misuse. All commonly-used street drugs are covered, with quick reference guides, helpful diagrams and clear information on each drug's effects, methods of use, legal status, availability, treatment options and associated slang. This edition includes new sections on ketamine, 'date-rape' drugs, and over-the-counter opiate-based drugs, and recent findings on the long-term effects of cannabis and its potential medicinal use, and discussion of the legalisation debate.
Understanding drugs: a handbook for parents, teachers and other professionals
- Authors:
- EMMETT David, NICE Graeme
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 1996
- Pagination:
- 318p.,list of orgs.
- Place of publication:
- London
Guide to the modern drug culture aimed at adults who work or live with young people. Provides an overview of the facts and issues, including: a history of drug use; the present drug scene, drug paraphernalia and drug slang; guidance for dealing with people who may be using drugs; a guide to the behavioural signs and symptoms of drug misuse; legal rights and responsibilities and the legalisation debate; treatment options available; and a list of national agencies and helplines.