Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #552170 in Books
• Published on: 2005-02-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Synopsis
THE TRUTH ABOUT GAY AMERICA'S DEADLY ADDICTION In TWEAKERS, Frank Sanello uses eight case studies to depict his uncompromising exploration of crystal addiction, and vividly illustrates the inevitable downward spiral associated with the habitual use of methamphetamine. Having previously written Opium Wars, Sanello is well qualified to examine how crystal abuse is reaching epidemic levels among gay men. Tweakers get a quick, cheap high, an exhilarating loss of inhibition and increased stamina at the price of permanent behavioural changes, brain damage and death due to the horrifying side effects brought about by the reagenting ingredients used in the processing of crystal. Sanello's book draws upon conversations with addicts as well as experts in the gay community and at drug treatment centres. While painting a terrifying portrait of a deadly drug and a population at risk, Sanello also shares invaluable information and resources designed to offer hope and help to those who suffer.

Customer Reviews

Tweakers is an excellent book if you know someone who has an addiction to this silent downfall.
This book is excellent! If you have an additiction to Crystal Meth or know someone who does, please read it. This book gave me a view at the meth world (especially being from San Francisco)..and its very true. I have had a friend or so involved in this sort of highly addictive drug and it can ruin people and make them start at the very bottom again.. NOT good if you have a high level job and want to keep it! Anyway, read it for yourself..I couldn't put it down until it was finished!