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Product Identifiers

PublisherLippincott Williams & Wilkins

ISBN-101451191960

ISBN-139781451191967

eBay Product ID (ePID)172440852

Product Key Features

Number of Pages568 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameSubstance Abuse Handbook

SubjectPsychiatry / General, Psychopathology / Addiction

Publication Year2014

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

AuthorPedro Ruiz, Eric C. Strain

Subject AreaPsychology, Medical

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Weight24.1 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number2

Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal616.86

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisStay up to date with the latest substance abuse treatments and modes of intervention with The Substance Abuse Handbook, 2e. The editors are both nationally recognized clinicians, and provide authoritative, clinically oriented information on the subject of substance use, abuse, and dependence, with an emphasis on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. You'll find focused, expert information on every aspect of the field, including etiological factors; substances of abuse; compulsive and addictive behaviors; evaluation and diagnostic classification; treatment modalities, management of associated medical conditions; substance abuse in youth and the elderly; women's issue; special groups and settings; models of prevention; training and education; and policy issues. Succinctly presenting the most clinically relevant information from Lowinson and Ruiz's Substance Abuse, 5e, this concise, portable handbook is a must-have reference for anyone involved directly or indirectly in the addiction field. New to This Edition -Find the practical information you need fast with this edition's focused coverage of basic science and greater emphasis on clinical concerns. -Stay current with the latest information in the field, including changes reflecting the release of DSM-5. -Access updated information in key topic areas, including "Special Populations," "Special Settings," and "Models of Prevention.", Stay up to date with the latest substance abuse treatments and modes of intervention with The Substance Abuse Handbook, 2e. The editors are both nationally recognized clinicians, and provide authoritative, clinically oriented information on the subject of substance use, abuse, and dependence, with an emphasis on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. You'll find focused, expert information on every aspect of the field, including etiological factors; substances of abuse; compulsive and addictive behaviors; evaluation and diagnostic classification; treatment modalities, management of associated medical conditions; substance abuse in youth and the elderly; women's issue; special groups and settings; models of prevention; training and education; and policy issues. Succinctly presenting the most clinically relevant information from Lowinson and Ruiz's Substance Abuse, 5e, this concise, portable handbook is a must-have reference for anyone involved directly or indirectly in the addiction field. New to This Edition *Find the practical information you need fast with this edition's focused coverage of basic science and greater emphasis on clinical concerns. *Stay current with the latest information in the field, including changes reflecting the release of DSM-5. *Access updated information in key topic areas, including "Special Populations," "Special Settings," and "Models of Prevention.", The second edition of The Substance Abuse Handbook follows the general organization of the 'big' book, Lowinson and Ruiz's Substance Abuse. This title distills content from the larger text into a concise, portable guide for healthcare professionals who need to diagnose and treat addictive disorders and related medical conditions.

LC Classification NumberRC564.15.R85 2014