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The Compact Research series covers a wide range of current topics such as illegal immigration, marijuana, and the world energy crisis. The series is designed to combine the benefits of nonfiction and reference formats and offers students a concise but well-rounded introduction to current topics.
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“At a Glance” topic summary |
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Objective overviews provide background and context |
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Main point cited, primary source quote sections highlight conflicting opinions and quickly expose students to numerous perspectives and positions |
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Illustrated full-color facts and statistics sections give visual insight and supporting data for research
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Key people & related organizations sections for further study
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Source notes model appropriate citation forms |
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6 1/4 x 9 1/2 96–128 pages, full-color photos & illustrations, library binding |
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Alcohol |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-007-4 |
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Approximately 2 billion people worldwide consume alcohol. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title explores the following topics: Is Alcohol Harmful to Health? How Does Alcohol Affect Society? Is Underage Drinking a Serious Problem? and How Can Alcohol-Related Problems Be Treated and Prevented?
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Antidepressants |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-041-8 |
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The development of Prozac and other antidepressants has revolutionized the mental health field and improved the well-being of millions of patients. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title explores How Safe and Effective Are Antidepressants? Should Antidepressants Be Prescribed to Children and Adolescents? Are Antidepressants Overprescribed? Are Alternatives to Antidepressants Effective?
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Club Drugs
School Library Journal, 2/08 |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-005-0 |
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The use of drugs like MDMA (Ecstasy), ketamine, GHB, and Rohypnol – collectively known as club drugs—exploded across the United States in the 1990s. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, Club Drugs examines How Harmful Is MDMA? How Do Club Drugs Affect Society? How Can Date Rape Drugs Be Controlled? How Can Club Drug Use Be Prevented?
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Cocaine and Crack |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-001-2 |
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Cocaine is the second most commonly used illicit drug in the United States. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines Is Cocaine and Crack Addiction a Serious Problem? Are Punishments for Cocaine and Crack Administered Fairly? How Should Cocaine and Crack Addiction Be Treated? Is the War on Cocaine Effective?
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Hallucinogens |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-014-2 |
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Hallucinogens have been used for millennia. However, today their legality and health consequences have been matters of national and international debate. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines What Are Hallucinogens? How Harmful Are Hallucinogens? How Serious a Problem Are Hallucinogens for Society? How Can Illegal Hallucinogens Be Controlled?
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Heroin
School Library Journal, 5/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-002-9 |
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The distribution and use of heroin is continuing problem that affects nations around the world. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines How Dangerous Is Heroin? How Can Heroin Use Be Prevented? Are Treatments for Heroin Addiction Effective? Should Heroin Use Be Decriminalized or Legalized?
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Inhalants
School Library Journal, 2/08 |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-015-9 |
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The abuse of inhalants has caused considerable concern since their use has increased among youth in the last few decades. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines different types of inhalant drugs, the history of their use, and the health threats they pose to youth, as well as other related issues. This title examines What Are Inhalants? What Are the Risks of Inhalant Abuse? How Does Inhalant Abuse Affect Society? How Can Inhalant Use Be Controlled?
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Marijuana
School Library Journal, 5/07 |
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© 2008 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-000-5 |
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Marijuana is the most widely used drug in the world but also one of the most controversial. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines Is Marijuana Harmful to Health? How Does Marijuana Use Affect Society? Should Medical Marijuana Be Legal? Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
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Methamphetamine
School Library Journal, 5/07, Booklist, 4/1/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-004-3 |
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Methamphetamine is the fastest growing and arguably one of the most dangerous illegal drugs available. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations, this title examines Meth’s effect on the body, crime and society, and how its abuse can be prevented. This title examines Is There a Methamphetamine Epidemic Today? How Dangerous Is Methamphetamine Use? Is There a Link Between Methamphetamine Addiction and Crime? How Can Methamphetamine Addiction Be Prevented?
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Nicotine and Tobacco
School Library Journal 9/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-006-7 |
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Nicotine, which occurs naturally in tobacco, is one of the most addictive drugs in the world. Globally, more than 1 billion people use tobacco. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines How Harmful Are Nicotine and Tobacco? How Dangerous Is Exposure to Second-Hand Smoke? Why Do So Many Young People Smoke or Chew Tobacco? How Can Nicotine and Tobacco Use Be Reduced?
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Performance-Enhancing Drugs
School Library Journal, 9/07 |
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© 2007 |
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-003-6 |
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The controversy over the use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports continues to grow. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title explores Is the Use of Performance-Enhancing Drugs Cheating? How Dangerous Are Performance-Enhancing Drugs? How Effective Is Testing for Performance-Enhancing Drugs? How Can the Use of Performance-Enhancing Drugs Be Prevented?
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Prescription Drugs
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978-1-60152-046-3 |
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Prescription Drugs have saved countless lives but problems have surfaced in recent years in connection with cost, safety, and abuse. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines Are Prescription Drugs Safe? How Big a Problem Is Prescription Drug Abuse? How Can Prescription Drug Costs Be Contained? Do Drug Companies Have Too Much Influence in Our Health Care Decisions?
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Steroids
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$25.95 |
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978-1-60152-067-8 |
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In recent years, the use of steroids to build a player's strength, endurance, and overall performance has called into question the careers and ethics of countless professional and amateur athletes. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines How Serious a Problem is Steroid Use? How Dangerous are Steroids? Should Steroids Testing and Laws Be Strengthened? How Can Steroid Use Be Prevented?
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