Big Pharma and the Opioid Epidemic: From Vicodin to Heroin

by Eric Braun

Overview

More than 130 people a day in the U.S. die from opioid overdoses. Addiction to legal and illegal opioids has been declared a national crisis. The U.S. spends about $78.5 billion a year on treatment, criminal prosecution, and health care related to the crisis. What caused this massive problem? Can the crisis be slowed or reversed? Students will get practical tips on how to help someone suffering from an addiction or experiencing an overdose, and learn about how the nation is trying to deal with the crisis.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780756564117
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2020
Series:	Capstone Informed! Series
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	960L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 14 Years

About the Author

Eric Braun is a children’s author and editor. He has written dozens of books on many topics, and one of his books was read by an astronaut on the International Space Station for kids on Earth to watch. Eric lives in Minneapolis with his wife, two kids, and a dog who is afraid of cardboard.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 The Crisis 4

Chapter 2 The Pain 11

Chapter 3 The Cycle 20

Chapter 4 The Third Wave 34

Chapter 5 The Response 40

Get Involved 56

Glossary 58

Additional Resources 59

Source Notes 60

Select Bibliography 62

Index 64

Interviews

Informed! will is a trusted source, to help middle school students make sense of today's headlines without condescension or sensationalism; Highly-designed series grabs attention to increase circulation of nonfiction; Clear, understandable text will appeal to middle schoolers and high schoolers looking for current topics of interest; Solid research and topic experts handle topics sensitively and appropriately

Editorial Reviews

04/01/2020

Gr 5–9—Current political topics are explored in these four informational volumes. All books contain up-to-date information and facts, but they are far from comprehensive. The authors convey strong convictions: Pharmaceutical companies are the primary cause of opioid addiction; hate crimes are mostly committed by white supremacists; and undocumented immigrants are largely responsible for the successful economy. She/He/They/Them devotes several pages advising how the LGBTQ community should be addressed and treated. VERDICT She/He/They/Them is the standout title in this series. However, readers seeking more balanced information on complex issues covered in the books will need to look elsewhere.

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