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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherFacts On File, Incorporated
ISBN-100816052980
ISBN-139780816052981
eBay Product ID (ePID)30255497
Product Key Features
Educational LevelHigh School, Elementary School
Number of Pages208 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameTruth about Alcohol
Publication Year2004
SubjectSociology / General, General, Psychopathology / Addiction
TypeStudy Guide
Subject AreaSocial Science, Health & Fitness, Psychology
AuthorBarry Youngerman
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Weight15.2 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceElementary/High School
LCCN2004-000509
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition22
Grade FromNinth Grade
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal362.292
SynopsisPresents the facts and figures about alcohol consumption in a clear and balanced format. A-to-Z entries detail the social, legal, and personal ramifications of alcohol abuse, while personal testimonies and question-and-answer sections provide the reader with an inside glimpse into the world of alcoholism., Drivers under the age of 21 are twice as likely to be killed as a result of drunk driving than older drivers. Approximately 1,400 college students die from alcohol-related causes, and 1,100 of these deaths involve drinking and driving. According to the Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System, 30 percent of high school students reported binge drinking in 2001 in the month before the survey. The Truth About Alcohol presents the facts and figures about alcohol consumption in a clear and balanced format. A-to-Z entries detail the social, legal, and personal ramifications of alcohol abuse, while personal testimonies and question-and-answer sections provide the reader with an inside glimpse into the world of alcoholism. Extensive resources list websites, hotlines, and suggestions for further reading, providing teens with all the information they need to fully understand this crucial topic.