Drugs in Modern Society Annual Editions Online: Drugs, Society and Behavior, 1999/2000

Name: Drugs in Modern Society Annual Editions Online: Drugs, Society and Behavior, 1999/2000
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ISBN: 9780072352474

ISBN-10: 0072352477

ISBN-13: 9780072352474

Edition: 5th 2000 (Revised)

Authors: Charles Carroll

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Taking a pharmacological approach, Carroll offers strong coverage of each of the drug groups, including over-the-counter and prescription drugs. This is a straightforward, nonjudgmental examination of drug use that emphasizes the importance of education in preventing and solving societal and individual drug problems. Now packaged access to the Annual Editions Online this text offers students and instructors the most up-to-date information available.

Book details

List price: $57.50
Edition: 5th
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Higher Education
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 480
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.80" long x 0.70" tall
Weight: 1.892
Language: English




Introduction



Drugs, Drinks, and Medications



The Allure of Drugs: Origins of Drug Taking Behavior



Pharmacology: Drug Actions and Interactions



The Depressants



Alcohol: America's Drink Drug



Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism



Narcotics: Opioid Analgesics



Sedative-Hypnotics and inhalents



The Stimulants



Tobacco: A Persistent Health Threat



Cocaine and Other "Chemical Uppers"



The Mind-Expanding Euphoriants



Psychedelics and Phencyclidine



Marijuana: Unique and