Ghodse's Drugs and Addictive Behaviour: A Guide to Treatment - Hardcover

Ghodse, Hamid

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 052189882X ISBN 13: 9780521898829

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2010

Synopsis

This classic text provides a comprehensive, accessible overview of substance misuse and dependence with an emphasis on practical and evidence-based approaches to the assessment, management and prevention of a wide range of drug-related problems, in a variety of clinical and social settings. The book includes definitions of terms, and describes the effects and clinical characteristics of all substances of misuse. The theoretical background to these topics is clearly explained. For the fourth edition, every chapter has been revised to include the most up-to-date information, with the latest international data on the extent of the world drug problem. There is detailed emphasis on harm minimization, AIDS and hepatitis C and entirely new coverage of tobacco addiction and its management. This is an essential guide for all healthcare workers, health policy specialists, counselors and those seeking to train in areas related to addiction and substance misuse.

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Review

'... when it comes to applying the evidence of the real-life clinical situations that face a psychiatrist working with people who use illegal drugs, this book reaches the parts that a systematic review-driven approach cannot always reach ...' British Journal of Psychiatry

'... every psychiatrist should have access to a copy for reference.' Journal of Psychosomatic Research

'... well researched, thorough and logically ordered.' Drug and Alcohol Review

'Not only does it provide a comprehensive overview of the subject but it is also written in a clear, lucid style that communicates easily with broad readership. Professor Ghodse's text will remain a comprehensive guide and essential reading for a new generation of professionals working in the field of addictions.' Psychological Medicine

'Highly readable, and including illuminating sections on historical and cultural aspects of substance use ... a comprehensive tool that will be invaluable to occupational physicians, particularly the Hamid Ghodse substance abuse assessment questionnaire in Appendix 4.' Occupational Medicine

Book Description

Now in its fourth edition, this classic text provides a comprehensive overview of substance misuse and dependence, with an emphasis on practical approaches to the assessment and management of a wide range of drug-related problems. This book is relevant to medical students, nurses, psychiatrists, physicians and public health specialists.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 052189882X
• ISBN 13: 9780521898829
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 390