Drugs and society / Glen R. Hanson, Peter J. Venturelli, Annette E. Fleckenstein

By:

Hanson, Glen (Glen R.)

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Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Sudbury, Mass. : Jones and Bartlett Publishers, c2009Edition: 10th edDescription: xvii, 551 p. : ill. ; 28 cmISBN:

9780763756420
0763756423

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DDC classification:

362.29/ HAN

LOC classification:

RM301 .W58 2009

Online resources:

Table of contents only

Contents:

Introduction to drugs and society -- Explaining drug use and abuse -- Drug use, regulation, and the law -- Homeostatic systems and drugs -- How and why drugs work -- CNS depressants : sedative-hypnotics -- Alcohol : pharmacological effects -- Alcohol : behavorial effects -- Narcotics (opioids) -- Stimulants --Tobacco -- Hallucinogens (psychedelics) -- Marijuana -- Inhalants -- Over-the-counter (OTC), prescription, and herbal drugs -- Drug use within major subcultures -- Drug abuse prevention -- Treating drug dependence

Summary: The Tenth Edition of Drugs and Society clearly illustrates the impact of drug use and abuse on the lives of ordinary people and provides students with a realistic perspective of drug-related problems in our society. Written in an objective and user-friendly manner, this best-selling text continues to captivate students by incorporating personal drug use and abuse experiences and perspectives throughout. Statistics and chapter content have been revised to include the latest information on current topics

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	SUN - Main Library General Shelves	Text Books	362.29/ HAN (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		2018-5822

Includes bibliographical references and index

The Tenth Edition of Drugs and Society clearly illustrates the impact of drug use and abuse on the lives of ordinary people and provides students with a realistic perspective of drug-related problems in our society. Written in an objective and user-friendly manner, this best-selling text continues to captivate students by incorporating personal drug use and abuse experiences and perspectives throughout. Statistics and chapter content have been revised to include the latest information on current topics

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