num_pages: 403
description: This 6h edition of Taking Drugs &amp; Society is a debate style reader which is designed to introduce students to controversies in drug use and misuse in contemporary society. The readings, representing the arguments of leading social scientists, health care professionals, and social commentators, reflect a variety of viewpoints, and are formatted into a "pro" and "con" framework. Taking Sides titles are supported by the student Web site, Dushkin Online (
language: English
title: Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Drugs and Society
titlecomplete: Taking Sides: Clashing Views on Controversial Issues in Drugs and Society
genres: Nonfiction
ratings_count: 21
publisher: McGraw-Hill/Dushkin