What's the Big Deal about Addictions?: Answers and Help for Teens Contributor(s): Crist, James J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1631985302 ISBN-13: 9781631985300 Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2021 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics - Drugs, Alcohol, Substance Abuse - Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics - Self-esteem & Self-reliance - Young Adult Nonfiction | Social Topics - Values & Virtues |
Dewey: 613.808 |
LCCN: 2020036069 |
Lexile Measure: 1090 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.62 lbs) 168 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Help teens make informed decisions about their health and wellness with judgment-free information about addictions. From drugs and alcohol to pervasive use of electronic devices, more teens are exhibiting addictive behaviors. What's the Big Deal About Addictions? provides teens with lecture-free, reliable, and factual information about a range of addictions, from drugs and alcohol to electronic devices, social media, and other addictive activities, such as pornography, eating, gambling, and sex, among others. A practicing psychologist and a certified substance abuse counselor, Dr. Crist shares advice for teens who are having serious troubles with addiction and for teens with casual levels of use who may be concerned about their use. With teen stories and quotes included, What's the Big Deal About Addictions? speaks directly to teens about the real-life struggles with casual use and addictions they're seeing and experiencing among peers in school and in the broader community. Packed full of information to help teens make informed decisions, What's the Big Deal About Addictions? covers:
Additional resources for help and information are provided at the back of the book. |