Encyclopedia of Understanding Alcohol and Other Drugs Abuse, 2 Volume Set

Description: 

There is no period in recorded history that lacks references to the production and consumption of ethanol. The history of alcohol consumption is inseparable from the history of harmful use of alcohol, and codes limiting its consumption date back to 1700 B.C. Over the years, a pattern of increasing availability of alcoholic beverages has led to concern about resulting alcohol-related problems. Though the use of the word "addiction" has changed over the years, and today there is considerable variation in its usage, the problem still persists in a much larger scale.

Viva-Facts On File Encyclopedia of Understanding Alcohol and Other Drugs Abuse explores in depth the diverse aspects of alcohol and other drugs abuse. The book is intended for both lay readers as well as heath-care professionals. Using easy-to-understand language, without being overly simplistic, the book can be used by rehabilitation center workers, psychologists, social workers, teachers, and family members as well as individual who are facing alcohol and other drugs addiction problems. An informative glossary, together with a through index will help readers find their way easily through this comprehensive two-volume set.

To assist readers seeking additional information, the book furnishes many entries and references to relevant books and journals articles, a weighty volume of 6 appendixes touching on various aspects of drug abuse, a wide-ranging directory and an extensive bibliography.

Target Audience: 

Students of sociology, psychology.