Methamphetamine Addiction: Biological Foundations, Psychological Factors, and Social Consequences - Hardcover

Halkitis, Professor Of Applied Psychology And Public Health (Steinhardt School) And Population Health (Langone School Of Medicine) Director Of The Center For Health Identity Behavior & Prevention Studies And Associate Dean Perry N

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1433804239 ISBN 13: 9781433804236

Publisher: American Psychological Association, 2009

Synopsis

This is the most comprehensive book on methamphetamine ('crystal meth') for treatment providers and public health officials. It is the first volume to present 'the big picture' on methamphetamine use in the US, including its biological, psychological, and societal effects. This title provides insights and guidance to those working in clinical, research, and educational settings. It features two contributed chapters - one from a physician and the other from a counseling psychologist - that provide details on working compassionately and effectively with methamphetamine users in healthcare settings. It includes an all-encompassing bibliography on methamphetamine addiction.

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About the Author

Perry N. Halkitis, PhD, is Associate Dean for Research and Doctoral Studies at The Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University.

Edition details

• Publisher: American Psychological Association
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1433804239
• ISBN 13: 9781433804236
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 231