With contributions from leading international academics across the biological sciences, this handbook takes a critical look at the key contemporary issues and debates in the field. The 31 chapters are divided into four parts:

Part I Determination of Substance Misuse

Part II PK and PD in Relation to Patterns of Use

Part III Detection and Treatment of Drug and Alcohol Use

Part IV Controversies and New Approaches

This Handbook is an excellent reference text for the growing number of academics,...