What Are Some Books That Are Nonfiction About Teen Drug Abuse?

Question by live2laugh265: What are some books that are nonfiction about teen drug abuse?
I’m doing a project on teen drug abuse and i need a book ONLY about teens doing drugs. It can be facts or like a true story about a teen and their drug addiction. Thanks!

Best answer:

Answer by Andy
My cousin wrote an awesome memoir about his teen years and drug abuse. The book is ” In Hanuman’s Hands” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTzYHwK8wlA

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Teen Drug and Alcohol Abuse Video – This is a video I made for one of my classes that highlights the dangers and consequences of drug and alcohol use at a young age. The songs in this video are: “Not an Addict” by K’s Choice; “Save Me” by Shinedown; and “Tears in Heaven” by Eric Clapton. I do not own the rights to the music or any pictures included in this video. www.drugabuse.gov www.samhsa.gov

 

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