Five articles report new findings on the biological causes and mechanisms of drug dependence. Topics include the impact of drugs and alcohol on the brain during each stage of life, and the effectiveness of combining pharmacotherapy and psychosocial interventions for treating alcohol problems. Published simultaneously as Journal of Social Work Pract
Five articles report new findings on the biological causes and mechanisms of drug dependence. Topics include the impact of drugs and alcohol on the br...
Bridge the gap between the physical foundations of substance abuse and the psychosocial approaches that can treat it This groundbreaking book offers helping professionals a thorough introduction to the neurobiological aspects of substance abuse. It presents the basic information on the subject, including the various neurobiological theories of addiction, and places them in a psychosocial context. Its clear and straightforward style connects the theoretical information with practical applications. This is an essential resource for substance abuse counselors, researchers, therapists,...
Bridge the gap between the physical foundations of substance abuse and the psychosocial approaches that can treat it This groundbreaking boo...