Drug Use and Abuse 6th ed. - S. Maisto
DRUG USE AND ABUSE takes an interdisciplinary approach in its coverage
of current drug issues. It weaves psychological, historical, cultural,
social, biological, and medical perspectives emphasizing the idea
that a drug’s effects depend not only on its properties, but also on the
biological and psychological characteristics of its user. This theme is
highlighted throughout, and is prominent in discussions of the
individual classes of drugs, as well as in the chapters on pharmacology
and psycho pharmacology.
Features and Benefits
- The authors examine the microcosmic drug-related issues of historical and social relevance, as well as the microcosmic effects of substance use on a single neuron in the human body.
- The authors explore the latest data on drug use patterns and social trends, such as the recent increase in heroin addiction.
- Diagnostic Pretests at the beginning of each chapter challenge students to test their knowledge of drugs while drawing their attention to important concepts of facts that follow in the chapter. Pretest answers and explanations at the end of each chapter provide an important review of the main concepts.
- A marginal glossary helps students identify and define key terms within the text. Marginal quotes help bring abstract concepts to life through personal accounts and comments about drug use and its ramifications.
- "Drugs and Culture boxes" examine the use of drugs in various societies and the consequences thereof.
- "Contemporary Issue" boxes discuss current controversies involving drugs or drug use, as well as events related to such controversies.
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