Manual of Therapeutics for Addictions

Manual of Therapeutics for Addictions



Edited by Norman S. Miller, MD, Mark S. Gold,MD, and David E. Smith, MD



Here is a much-needed practical guide to the effective diagnosis and treatment of alcohol and drug addictive disorders. Designed to meet the diverse needs of family and primary care physicians, psychiatrists and mental health professionals, and medical students and residents, this authoritative text offers clear, step-by-step recommendations on the selection and application of both pharmacological and psychosocial therapies. Arranged in an easy-to-use outline format, Manual of Therapeutics for Addictions:

* Covers the pharmacology, neurochemistry, and treatment options for alcohol and such drugs as marijuana, cocaine, and opiates

* Includes material on eating, sexual, and gambling addictions

* Contains age-, cultural-, and gender-specific information for diagnosis and treatment

* Addresses relevant medical complications and psychiatric interactions

* Features contemporary topics such as managed care, minority concerns, and forensic issues