Ruby Sisson Library

This book examines the history of the use of hallucinogenic, or psychodelic, drugs, their physical and social effects, and the dangers of taking these drugs.

Describes cases of rape in which the attacker is an acquaintance and uses drugs to make the victim defenseless, examines date rape drugs, including Rohypnol, and details how to prevent such attacks.

Examines the pill called ecstasy and the dangers involved with it. Discusses ecstasy's beginnings as a clinical drug used in psychotherapy, its physical effects, its increase in use during rave parties, and research being done involving the drug.