Synopsis
First of a three part series offering an insight into the world of drug use among young people. This prog examines the case of Leah Betts who died after taking Ecstasy and the effect on the lives of her family and friends.
- Programme: Children Of Drugs
- Episode: Leah Betts: The Girl Next Door
- Channel: BBC One
- Broadcast year: 2000
- Sociology | What effect do the media have on audiences? | Theoretical views of media effects including hypodermic syringe, two step flow, cultural effects, uses and gratifications. Impact of social media and the role of new media.
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