UC Mind Drugs

Margaret O. Hyde

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UC Mind Drugs

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A New Look

by Margaret O. Hyde

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Some drugs can change your mind in ways you never imagined—and not always for the better. This book reveals the truth about marijuana, LSD, heroin, and more, showing how they affect your brain and body. Understanding these effects matters because it helps you make smart choices about your health.

Themes

PharmacologyDrugsMedical / NursingJuvenile NonfictionHealth Education

Quick Assessment

UC Mind Drugs offers a detailed look at the use and abuse of various substances including marijuana, alcohol, LSD, heroin, cocaine, and PCP, along with safer alternatives. Aimed at teens aged 13 to 18, it provides factual information suitable for young adults while addressing the medical and pharmacological aspects of drugs. Parents should note that it covers drug effects and abuse, which may require discussion depending on the child's maturity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Substance Use Fear & Anxiety
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
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
ISBN
9780525652571
Pages
126
Publisher
Dutton Juvenile
Published
February 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

PharmacologyMedicalNursingDrugsSubstance AbuseSubstance UseUnited States