International Handbook of Alcohol Dependence and Problems

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.Heather, Nick is the author of 'International Handbook of Alcohol Dependence and Problems' with ISBN 9780471983750 and ISBN 0471983756.