The Addictive Personality (The Encyclopedia of Psychoative Drugs)

W. Miles Cox

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The Addictive Personality (The Encyclopedia of Psychoative Drugs)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by W. Miles Cox

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: some people might have special personality traits that make them more likely to get hooked on certain things, like alcohol. Discover how these hidden clues can show up even before the trouble begins—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

PsychologyPersonalityDrug AbuseComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores the psychological traits that may make some children more susceptible to substance abuse, focusing on alcoholism. It provides an age-appropriate introduction to these complex topics, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, with thoughtful consideration of the sensitive subject matter.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mental Health Substance Use
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

103 pages
ISBN
9780791007518
Pages
103
Publisher
Chelsea House Pub
Published
November 1992
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

PsychologyDrug AbusePersonalityPsychological Aspects