Regina Avraham

  • 5

    Catalog books

  • 4

    Works

  • 1987 to 1999

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Regina Avraham writes concise, issue-focused nonfiction for readers exploring psychoactive substances. Her book Downside of Drugs examines risks and adverse effects of commonly encountered drugs, delivering clear descriptions and practical cautionary context in a compact, accessible format.

Avraham’s approach favors direct explanation over sensationalism: brief chapters highlight specific drugs, side effects, and interactions, helping readers understand potential harm without technical overload. The work suits students, health educators, and curious readers seeking a straightforward guide to drug-related dangers.

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Author At A Glance

Best known for: Downside of Drugs (Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Drugs, Series II) • Concise summaries of psychoactive substances • Practical harm-awareness information

Genres and themes: Reference • Psychoactive drugs • Harm reduction • Short-format encyclopedia

Who this author is best for: Good for readers seeking a brief, factual reference on psychoactive substances and their risks.

Start with the listed encyclopedia entry to get a compact overview, then branch to broader drug-reference works for deeper context.

Top Books To Start With

  1. The Circulatory System (21st Century Health and Wellness)

    Facts on File • 1999 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1999 • 110 pages.

  2. Downside of Drugs (Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Drugs, Series II)

    Facts on File • 1988 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1988 • 111 pages.

  3. The Circulatory System (The Encyclopedia of Health)

    Facts on File • 1989 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1989 • 110 pages.

  4. Readings in Physical Science

    Cambridge Book Co • 1988 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1988 • 128 pages.

  5. Just Around the Corner

    Cambridge Book Co • 1987 • commitment varies by edition

    It helps anchor a specific period of this author’s publishing run instead of blending into the undated shelf clutter.

How The Picks Compare

  • The Circulatory System (21st Century Health and Wellness) is the easier short commitment, while Downside of Drugs (Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Drugs, Series II) asks for more reading time up front.
  • Downside of Drugs (Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Drugs, Series II) gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while The Circulatory System (21st Century Health and Wellness) leans later in the catalog.

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