The Handbook of the Medical Consequences of Alcohol and Drug Abuse, 2nd Edition is the newly-updated classic reference text that provides even more detailed and expanded information on the pharmacology, toxicology, and neuropsychological consequences of alcohol and drug abuse. Eight new chapters of crucial information has been added, including the effects of chronic alcohol consumption on brain structure and function and the consequences of prenatal alcohol and other drug exposure. Written by leading experts in the fields of medical physiology, psychopharmacology, and neuropsychology, this valuable resource provides the detailed information health professionals of all types need to know on the drugs now prevalent in today's society.
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There is a new, greatly expanded (638 page) edition of this classic reference book. The current 2008 edition, available through Taylor & Francis Group publishing, includes brand new chapters on steroids, hallucinogens, oral cavity problems in addiction, alcohol-medication interactions, nicotine, OTCs, co-morbid psychiatric disorders in alcohol/drug abuse, plus updates and revisions to original chapters. Highly recommended for anyone working in alcohol and drug studies, forensics, addiction medicine... more info
