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Creation Date
2023
Description
Concepts of Chemical Dependency's 11th edition continues the work of the original author, Harold Doweiko. Dr. Amelia (Amy) Evans revised the 10th and 11th editions, when Doweiko was no longer able to continue his work on this textbook. Used in a variety of undergraduate and graduate departments, the text provides a solid understanding of substance use disorders and covers a variety of relevant topics related to addictions. After introducing the reader to reasons we should all be concerned about substance misuse in society, there is an overview of why individuals may choose to turn to substances and how these substances impact the body. Understanding of a variety of substances is covered in chapters 4-16. The reader then explores the impact of substance use on particular groups, including those who might be marginalized in society (chapters 17-22). Chapters 23-38 cover topics relevant to the treatment of substance use disorders, as well as controversial topics such as legalization of cannabis.
Keywords
Chemical Dependency