Drugs, Society, and Human Behavior by Charles J. Ksir and Carl L. Hart (2014, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherMcgraw-Hill Education
ISBN-100078028647
ISBN-139780078028649
eBay Product ID (ePID)204245770

Product Key Features

Number of Pages496 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameDrugs, Society, and Human Behavior
SubjectPsychiatry / Psychopharmacology, Sociology / General, Psychopathology / Addiction
Publication Year2014
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaSocial Science, Psychology, Medical
AuthorCharles J. Ksir, Carl L. Hart
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight22.8 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width7.3 in

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Edition Number16
Intended AudienceCollege Audience
LCCN2014-035634
Dewey Edition23/eng/20241108
Grade FromCollege Freshman
IllustratedYes
Grade ToCollege Freshman
Dewey Decimal362.29
Table Of ContentDrugs, Society, and Human Behavior About the Authors Preface Section One: Drug Use in Modern Society Chapter 1 Drug Use: An Overview Chapter 2 Drug Use as a Social Problem Chapter 3 Drug Policy Section Two: How Drugs Work Chapter 4 The Nervous System Chapter 5 The Actions of Drugs Section Three: Uppers and Downers Chapter 6 Stimulants Chapter 7 Depressants and Inhalants Chapter 8 Medication for Mental Disorders Section Four: Alcohol Chapter 9 Alcohol Section Five: Familiar Drugs Chapter 10 Tobacco Chapter 11 Caffeine Chapter 12 Dietary Supplements and Over-the-Counter Drugs Section Six: Restricted Drugs Chapter 13 Opioids Chapter 14 Hallucinogens Chapter 15 Marijuana Chapter 16 Performance-Enhancing Drugs Section Seven: Prevention and Treatment Chapter 17 Preventing Substance Abuse Chapter 18 Treating Substance Use Disorders Appendix A Drug Names Appendix B Resources for Information and Assistance Glossary; Credits; Index
SynopsisDrugs, Society and Human Behavior provides the latest information on drug use and its effects on society as well as on the individual. Trusted for more than 40 years by both instructors and students, this authoritative resource examines drugs and drug use from a variety of perspectives--behavioral, pharmacological, historical, social, legal, and clinical. The 16th edition includes the very latest information and statistics and many new timely topics and issues have been added that are sure to pique students' interest and stimulate class discussion. Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect® is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: * SmartBook® - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. * Access to your instructor's homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus, notes, reminders, and other important files for the course. * Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. * The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready, loose-leaf version includes free shipping. Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http://www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html, Drugs, Society and Human Behavior provides the latest information on drug use and its effects on society as well as on the individual. Trusted for more than 40 years by both instructors and students, this authoritative resource examines drugs and drug use from a variety of perspectives--behavioral, pharmacological, historical, social, legal, and clinical. The 16th edition includes the very latest information and statistics and many new timely topics and issues have been added that are sure to pique students' interest and stimulate class discussion. Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect(R) is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: - SmartBook(R) - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. - Access to your instructor's homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus, notes, reminders, and other important files for the course. - Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. - The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready, loose-leaf version includes free shipping. Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http: //www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html
LC Classification NumberRM316.H37 2014

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