The SAGE Handbook of Drug & Alcohol Studies

Delve into the complexities of substance use with the SAGE Handbook of Drug & Alcohol Studies by Kim Wolff. Published in 2016 by Sage Publications Ltd, this comprehensive hardback spans 578 pages, making it an essential resource for anyone studying or working in the field of addiction. The handbook explores the biological foundations of drug and alcohol use and addresses a broad range of topics, including the scientific methods for identifying substance misuse, as well as pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. It also confronts critical issues such as mechanisms of intoxication, overdose, and the implications of addiction on culture. With insights into contemporary debates surrounding new types of addictions and decriminalization, this handbook is invaluable for professionals and students alike who seek to understand the multifaceted nature of drug and alcohol studies.