Drug Use and Abuse: A Comprehensive Introduction

Drug Use and Abuse: A Comprehensive Introduction

Packed with the latest data and research, the powerful new DRUG USE AND ABUSE: A COMPREHENSIVE INTRODUCTION, 8e delivers a thorough, interdisciplinary survey of all aspects of drug and alcohol abuse. The text draws from the many disciplines of history, law, pharmacology, political science, social work, counseling, psychology, sociology, and criminal justice--resulting in the most comprehensive, authoritative single source available. The author explores the history of drugs, their impact on society, the pharmacological impact of drugs on the body, drug policy implications, the criminal justice system response, the drug business, law enforcement, theories of use, as well as the effects, treatment, and prevention of abuse. New coverage includes nonmedical use of prescription drugs, synthetic substances, the use of stimulants to treat PTSD and ADD, medical marijuana, the connection between drug trafficking and terrorism, and an updated analysis of the United States drug policy. Available with InfoTrac Student Collections http://gocengage.com/infotrac.
Country USA
Brand Cengage Learning
Manufacturer Cengage Learning
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber black & white illustrations, maps
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781285070278
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	Cengage Learning
Manufacturer	Cengage Learning
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	black & white illustrations, maps
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781285070278
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

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