Translation of addictions science into practice

Recent advances in the understanding of the genetic, neurochemical, behavioral and cultural underpinnings of addiction have led to rapid advances in the understanding of addiction as a disease. In fact, advances in basic science and the development of new pharmacological and behavioral therapies as...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Otros Autores: Miller, Peter M. (Peter Michael), 1942- (-), Kavanagh, David John
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Amsterdam ; Boston : Elsevier/Pergamon 2007.
Edición:1st ed
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Sumario:Recent advances in the understanding of the genetic, neurochemical, behavioral and cultural underpinnings of addiction have led to rapid advances in the understanding of addiction as a disease. In fact, advances in basic science and the development of new pharmacological and behavioral therapies associated with them are appearing faster than can be assimilated not only by clinical researchers but practitioners and policy makers as well. Translation of science-based addictions knowledge into improved prevention, assessment and treatment, and communication of these changes to researchers and p
Notas:Description based upon print version of record.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (513 p.)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781281055828
9786611055820
9780080489810