Combining the diary of a girl tempted by drugs and sections of factual information, this is a frank look at the most prevalent drugs and the social situations in which young people might be invited to use them, and answers teens' and preteens' questions about what drugs really do, how to say no, and how to help a friend in trouble.

Phase 1: Emily's journal -- Phase 2: The big questions. Who should you believe? ; What are drugs, exactly? ; And what's addiction? ; Can you avoid addiction? ; What does it feel like to use drugs? ; Tobacco ; Alcohol ; Marijuana ; How do you know when someone's addicted? ; What should I do if a friend is using drugs? -- Phase 3: The drug debate. Should they be legalized? ; The law is harsh... ; ...but it's the law ; Who are you? ; Test your knowledge.