Bibliograph

The opioid crisis, by Duchess Harris and John L. Hakala

Type

Label

The opioid crisis, by Duchess Harris and John L. Hakala

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 104-109) and index (pages 110-111)

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Grades 6-12

resource.interestAgeLevel

012-017

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The opioid crisis

Nature of contents

bibliography

Responsibility statement

by Duchess Harris and John L. Hakala

Series statement

Special reports

Summary

The Opioid Crisis examines the reasons behind the opioid epidemic in the United States and its far-reaching effect on people's everyday lives. The brain science behind opioid addiction is also explored, and the book encourages readers to form their own opinions. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. - from publisher

Table Of Contents

Tragedy strikes -- The history of opioids -- The science of the crisis -- The effects on individuals -- Social costs -- Finger-pointing -- Medical and therapeutic treatments -- Crime, race, and punishment -- What's next?

Target audience

adolescent

Classification