Everything You Need to Know About the Opioid Epidemic

by Rajdeep Paulus

Overview

When someone visits a doctor because of an injury and walks away with a prescription for pain relief medication, that small piece of paper could lead to a serious addiction. For readers looking for the lowdown on opioids, this book delivers the facts, including how opioids affect the brain and why something as innocent as a painkiller can lead to a heroin addiction. This practical guide includes tips for coping with pain without resorting to opioids, and resources for those who are facing opioid addiction. Readers will also learn about the history of opioids and what led to the national opioid crisis.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781508183587
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2018
Series:	Rosen Need to Know Library Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.12(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 All About Opioids 7

Chapter 2 History of the Opioid Epidemic 16

Chapter 3 Who Profits from the Opioid Epidemic? 27

Chapter 4 Adding Up the Costs of the Opioid Epidemic 35

Chapter 5 The Uphill Climb to Recovery 43

Glossary 52

For More Information 54

For Further Reading 58

Bibliography 59

Index 62