Addictive Disorders in Medical Practice has a much wider focus than traditional books written about drug and alcohol addictions. This unique book is written by medical specialist who diagnose, treat and research addictive disorders in their specialities. Thus, it meets the needs of the typical medical practitioner who wants to learn about and treat patients with addictive disorders in their practices. Because alcohol and drug problems are so prevalent and affect medical conditions profoundly, the medical specialists need to improve their knowledge and skill to diagnose and treat addictive disorders in their specialties. Neurobiological progress in the field of addiction has been amazing and evidence-based treatments have developed at a phenomenal pace, with bench to office applications for tobacco, alcohol and drugs. Pharmacological and psychosocial treatments are described here in detail and in practical terms. The medical and mental complications of addiction are explained comprehensively throughout the text. Clinical considerations are the predominant theme, with the standards of clinical practice grounded in the most current research. The chaptersinclude practical presentations of both clinical and research materials, withinstruments for screening and assessment and treatment.
- ISBN: 978-0-470-74033-0
- Editorial: John Wiley & Sons
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 640
- Fecha Publicación: 06/08/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés