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Discusses the health issues and dangers associated with cocaine and crack, the history of its use in the United States, and treatment options for those with an addiction to these drugs.

Discusses the nature, effects, and dangers of the drug methamphetamine, commonly known as speed, as well as treatment for addiction to it.

Discusses how PCP is made, used, distributed, as well as its physical and psychological effects. Also provides sources of further information and help.

Describes the nature and effects of marijuana, why people use it, and the dangers of its use.

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Discusses marijuana, the most widely used illegal drug in the United States, emphasizing its damaging physiological effects on the mind and body, most especially the lungs,

Describes the effects of drug abuse on body and mind as well as on the larger society and indicates ways to prevent and fight destructive drug habits.

An up-to-date study of the continuing debate over legalizing drugs, which considers legal, moral, economic, and health-related aspects of the issue.