| Description |
viii, 298 pages ; 24 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Addiction and society -- Perspectives on addiction -- Alcohol -- Opiates -- Psychostimulants -- Cannabis -- Hallucinogens and other psychoactive substances -- Synthetic drugs: smart or 'eco drugs' and 'spice' -- Tobacco and nicotine -- Eating disorders -- Gambling addiction -- Internet addiction -- Sexual addiction -- Dual diagnosis: psychiatric disorders and addictive behaviours -- Addiction and harm reduction -- Special populations and diversity -- Service provision and interventions |
| Summary |
Looking at addiction in all of its forms, this multi-disciplinary book provides a comprehensive introduction to the substances and the activities which can lead to excessive and addictive behaviour. It discusses pharmacological addictions, including both legal and illegal substances. It also covers non-pharmacological dependencies (such as internet addiction, eating disorders, gambling and sexual addiction) |
| Notes |
Formerly CIP. Uk |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Compulsive behavior.
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Substance abuse.
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Behavior, Addictive.
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Substance-Related Disorders.
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| LC no. |
2011016940 |
| ISBN |
0230240194 |
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9780230240193 |
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