Can the use of performance-enhancing drugs be justified? Can drug testing in sports catch the cheaters? What would you do about it? The use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports has gone on for years. Until the 1960's few seemed to care. Now the testing is complex and the punishments harsh. But sports are big business. Money and celebrity status may depend on a person winning or breaking a record. A lot is at stake. Some people argue that it is impossible to completely stamp out drugs in sports. Others argue that there is no point in competitive sports if some athletes enhance their performances. They think these athletes should be banned from competing for life. People have argued about this problem for 50 years. Have you ever thought about the use of drugs in sports? This book does not tell you what to think. But it will help you to join in the debate.
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About the Author:
Neil Morris is an experienced writer on children's topics. He has been a contributor to dictionaries and encyclopedias. His recent work includes 'What Has Space Exploration Done for Us?', a guide to researching the Industrial Revolution, and a review of the impact of environmentalism on the landscape.
Review:
Series: What do You Think? Covering the debate on banning athletes whove used performance enhancing drugs, this book clearly develops both points of view but does not provide a clear answer for the reader. Great discussion starter. RecommendedAlicia Van --Arlington Independent School District
These titles pose serious questions and present many facts to help students develop critical-thinking and debating skills. Students are encouraged to form opinions based on credible information and reliable sources, remaining open minded and considerate o --School Library Journal
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- PublisherHeinemann/Raintree
- Publication date2008
- ISBN 10 1432916769
- ISBN 13 9781432916763
- BindingLibrary Binding
- Number of pages56