Sanna, E. J.

Heroin and other opioids : poppies' perilous children / by E.J. Sanna. - Broomall, Pa. : Mason Crest, 2012. - 128 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm. - Illicit and misused drugs .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What are opioids? -- The history of opioids -- Who uses opioids? -- The dangers of opioids -- The legal consequences of using opioids -- Treatment.

Discusses the history of opium production and use, its role in political history, opioid use in popular patent medicines, and treatment for addiction.

ISBN: 9781422224526 (pbk.)

Source: J. Appleseed

LCCN: 2011032568

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Heroin.
Heroin abuse.
Narcotics.

Dewey Class. No.: 362.29/3