Neurobiology of Addictions: Implications for Social Work

by RichardT.Spence (Author), Diana M . Di Nitto (Author), ShulamithLAStraussner (Author)

• New

  Hardcover
  2002

  $147.20

  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. Publis

• New

  Paperback
  2002

  $51.01

  Offers helping professionals a thorough introduction to the neurobiological aspects of substance abuse. Presents basic information on the subject, including various neubiological theories of addiction, and places them in a psychosocial context.