Compiled by Sara Lake

Focus on Youth: The guide primarily addresses drug and alcohol abuse among elementary and secondary school students in the United States, highlighting the impact on youth and the role of schools.

Comprehensive Coverage: It includes various aspects of drug abuse such as societal impact, medical research, rehabilitation methods, legislation, and educational approaches.

Educational Resources: The guide provides extensive references and resources for drug education, including program descriptions, instructional materials, and inservice training for educators..

Research and Reports: It cites numerous studies and reports on drug usage patterns, attitudes, and correlations with other behaviors, focusing on different populations and cross-cultural comparisons.

Oryx Press, 1980, 79 pages

By Luis J. Rodriguez

Author's Background: Luis J. Rodriguez shares his personal experiencesgrowing up in gang-infested neighborhoods in Los Angeles andChicago, highlighting the challenges and violence he faced.

Gang Life: The book delves into the structure and culture of gangs,including the initiation rituals, the sense of belonging, and the violentconflicts between rival groups.

Family Struggles: Rodriguez discusses the impact of gang life on hisfamily, particularly his efforts to prevent his son from following the samepath.

Redemption and Change: The narrative emphasizes the author'sjourney towards self-improvement and his attempts to break free fromthe cycle of violence through education and activism.

Simon and Schuster, 2005, 260 pages