International Handbook of Alcohol Dependence and Problems [Hardcover]

Nick Heather (Editor), Timothy J. Peters (Editor), Tim Stockwell (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471983756 | ISBN-13: 978-0471983750 | Publication Date: May 11, 2001 | Edition: 1

This handbook bridges the many disciplines involved in the research, treatment, and prevention of alcoholism and reviews the current knowledge over the whole field of alcohol studies. It also addresses the basic mechanisms of alcohol's effects on human physiology and behaviour.

? A complete source of information and reference for all aspects of alcohol studies and all contributory disciplines

? Written in a style accessible to a wide range of professional readers, academics, and researchers.

? Covers clinical pathology, antecedents of drinking, drinking patterns and types of alcohol problem, treatment and recovery, and prevention.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This book is an inspiration....a splendidly useful text." (Addiction, No. 95, 2001)

"In summary, this book is a very important addition to the field of alcohol studies that will not only educate those unfamiliar with alcohol research but will also provide researchers in the filed with very useful information." (Journal of Studies on Alcohol, Jan. 2002)

"...the breadth and depth of this book make it a mandatory purchase for anyone looking to commission or manage an alcohol service in this country..." (Hospital Medicine, 1 March 2002)

"a must have for clinicians, researchers, and students in the addiction field" (The Behaviour Therapist)

"...The editors deserve congratulations for producing what will surely be a standard refernce boook for some years to come..." (Addiction Biology, No.7 2002) 

“…one of the most comprehensive and exciting works on alcohol use and dependence…both informative and provocative…” (Contemporary Psychology, Vol 46(6), 2003

“…an outstanding work and it does exactly what the editors say…” (Drug and Alcohol Review, 22 Dec 2003)

From the Back Cover

The International Handbook of Alcohol Dependence and Problems is an authoritative, comprehensive coverage of the entire field of alcohol studies from neurochemistry to sociology. With a focus on alcohol dependence and alcohol-related problems, key contents include:

• Basic mechanisms of alcohol metabolism and dependence
• Theories of drinking and drinking problems
• Types of alcohol-related problems, including medical problems and pathogenic mechanisms
• Forms of treatment, recovery and methods for prevention
• Chapter outlines including a summary and main conclusions
• Key works for each topic and suggestions for further reading

Written by an international team of experts, this Handbook will be accessible to a wide range of readers, including students, clinicians, researchers and policy-makers.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 910 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (May 11, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471983756
• ISBN-13: 978-0471983750
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 2.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,576,271 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)