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Breaking the ice

by Matt Noffs, Kieran Palmer, Mark Ferry, Naomi Noffs, Tony Carmody

This book examines the impact of the drug ice on individuals and communities, offering practical advice for parents and carers. Drawing on interviews with experts, policymakers and families, it advocates for treating drug use as a public health issue.

Accession 12509 ISBN 9781460752166 Publisher HarperCollins
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