Key Concepts In Drugs And Society

Author : Ross Coomber,Karen McElrath,Fiona Measham,Karenza Moore
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446291368

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Key Concepts in Drugs and Society by Ross Coomber,Karen McElrath,Fiona Measham,Karenza Moore Pdf

'This is a great resource that reflects the huge expertise of the authors. It will be welcomed by students, researchers and indeed anyone wanting critical but comprehensive coverage of key issues and trends concerning drugs and society - locally and globally, historically and today.' - Nigel South, Professor of Sociology, University of Essex 'Provides informative, balanced and contextualized insights into the relationships between people and drugs. Whatever your background and however knowledgeable you feel you are about contemporary drug issues, I guarantee that you will learn something unexpected and new from this valuable text.' - Joanne Neale, Professor of Public Health, Oxford Brookes University Why do people take drugs? How do we understand moral panics? What is the relationship between drugs and violence? How do people's social positions influence their involvement in drug use? Insightful and illuminating, this book discusses drugs in social contexts. The authors bring together their different theoretical and practical backgrounds, offering a comprehensive and interdisciplinary introduction that opens up a wide scientific understanding moving beyond cultural myths and presuppositions. This is an invaluable reference source for students on criminology, sociology and social sciences programmes, as well as drug service practitioners such as drug workers, social workers and specialist nurses.

Author : Ross Coomber,Karen McElrath,Fiona Measham,Karenza Moore
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2013-04-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446281574

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Key Concepts in Drugs and Society by Ross Coomber,Karen McElrath,Fiona Measham,Karenza Moore Pdf

′This is a great resource that reflects the huge expertise of the authors. It will be welcomed by students, researchers and indeed anyone wanting critical but comprehensive coverage of key issues and trends concerning drugs and society - locally and globally, historically and today.′ - Nigel South, Professor of Sociology, University of Essex ′Provides informative, balanced and contextualized insights into the relationships between people and drugs. Whatever your background and however knowledgeable you feel you are about contemporary drug issues, I guarantee that you will learn something unexpected and new from this valuable text.′ - Joanne Neale, Professor of Public Health, Oxford Brookes University Why do people take drugs? How do we understand moral panics? What is the relationship between drugs and violence? How do people′s social positions influence their involvement in drug use? Insightful and illuminating, this book discusses drugs in social contexts. The authors bring together their different theoretical and practical backgrounds, offering a comprehensive and interdisciplinary introduction that opens up a wide scientific understanding moving beyond cultural myths and presuppositions. This is an invaluable reference source for students on criminology, sociology and social sciences programmes, as well as drug service practitioners such as drug workers, social workers and specialist nurses.

Author : Aaron Pycroft
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-02-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781473917347

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Key Concepts in Substance Misuse by Aaron Pycroft Pdf

Drug use is a major challenge for public services, healthcare professionals and policy-makers all over the world. This book offers a complete overview of the issues associated with substance misuse from an interdisciplinary perspective. It begins by providing a reference guide to the different psychoactive substances, looking at the biological and psychological impact of their use. Key issues in the effect drugs have on society are then addressed, before outlining methods of recovery and therapy. Chapters include: Reflective questions to challenge readers’ assumptions Case studies to help students understand the impact of substances on individuals Links to further resources to expand readers’ knowledge It will be valuable reading for those studying on degrees in criminology, health, nursing, social work and counselling.

Author : Michael D. Lyman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Drug abuse
ISBN : 1317522710

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Drugs in Society by Michael D. Lyman Pdf

Author : Glen R. Hanson,Peter J. Venturelli,Annette E. Fleckenstein
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 747 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-08
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781284197853

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Drugs & Society by Glen R. Hanson,Peter J. Venturelli,Annette E. Fleckenstein Pdf

5 Stars! from Doody's Book Reviews! (of the 13th Edition) "This edition continues to raise the bar for books on drug use and abuse. The presentation of the material is straightforward and comprehensive, but not off putting or complicated." As a long-standing, reliable resource Drugs & Society, Fourteenth Edition continues to captivate and inform students by taking a multidisciplinary approach to the impact of drug use and abuse on the lives of average individuals. The authors have integrated their expertise in the fields of drug abuse, pharmacology, and sociology with their extensive experiences in research, treatment, drug policy making, and drug policy implementation to create an edition that speaks directly to students on the medical, emotional, and social damage drug use can cause.

Author : Paul Manning
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-11
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781134012114

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Drugs and Popular Culture by Paul Manning Pdf

The use of illegal drugs is so common that a number of commentators now refer to the 'normalisation' of drug consumption. It is surprising, then, that to date very little academic work has explored drug use as part of contemporary popular culture. This collection of readings will apply an innovatory, multi-disciplinary approach to this theme, combining some of the most recent research on'the normalisation thesis'with fresh work on the relationship between drug use and popular culture. In drawing upon criminological, sociological and cultural studies approaches, this book will make an important contribution to the newly emerging field positioned at the intersection of these disciplines. The particular focus of the book is upon drug consumption as popular culture. It aims to provide an accessible collection of chapters and readings that will explore drug use in popular culture in a way that is relevant to undergraduates and postgraduates studying a variety of courses, including criminology, sociology, media studies, health care and social work. -- Publisher description.

Author : Michael D. Lyman,Gary W. Potter
Publisher : Anderson Publishing Company (OH)
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Political Science
ISBN : UOM:49015001275107

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Drugs in Society by Michael D. Lyman,Gary W. Potter Pdf

New edition of a multifaceted discussion of the contemporary drug problem. The authors address the history of drug use and drug control policy; drug pharmacology; drug trafficking; drug-related crime; the role of gangs such as the Mafia of the Colombian cartels; and political responses to the drug problem, such as legalization, prohibition, and treatment. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Ross Coomber,Joseph F Donnermeyer,Karen McElrath,John Scott
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 270 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781473925151

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Key Concepts in Crime and Society by Ross Coomber,Joseph F Donnermeyer,Karen McElrath,John Scott Pdf

"A crucial text for whetting the academic appetite of those studying criminology at university. The comprehensive engagement with key crime and deviance debates and issues make this a perfect springboard for launching into the complex, diverse and exciting realm of researching criminology." - Dr Ruth Penfold-Mounce, University of York "Essential reading for those new to the discipline and an invaluable reference point for those well versed in criminology and the sociology of crime and deviance." - Dr Mark Monaghan, University of Leeds Key Concepts in Crime and Society offers an authoritative introduction to key issues in the area of crime as it connects to society. By providing critical insight into the key issues within each concept as well as highlighted cross-references to other key concepts, students will be helped to grasp a clear understanding of each of the topics covered and how they relate to broader areas of crime and criminality. The book is divided into three parts: Understanding Crime and Criminality: introduces topics such as the social construction of crime and deviance, social control, the fear of crime, poverty and exclusion, white collar crime, victims of crime, race/gender and crime. Types of Crime and Criminality: explores examples including human trafficking, sex work, drug crime, environmental crime, cyber crime, war crime, terrorism, and interpersonal violence. Responses to Crime: looks at areas such as crime and the media, policing, moral panics, deterrence, prisons and rehabilitation. The book provides an up-to-date, critical understanding on a wide range of crime related topics covering the major concepts students are likely to encounter within the fields of sociology, criminology and across the social sciences.

Author : Glen R. Hanson,University of Utah Salt Lake City Utah Glen R Hanson,Annette E. Fleckenstein,Peter J. Venturelli
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-02
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781449634377

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Drugs and Society Student Study Guide by Glen R. Hanson,University of Utah Salt Lake City Utah Glen R Hanson,Annette E. Fleckenstein,Peter J. Venturelli Pdf

Designed to reinforce the key concepts in Drugs and Society, Eleventh Edition, the Student Study Guide features Key Terms, Matching, Identification Activities, True/False, and Discussion Questions.

Author : Chris J. van Boxtel,Budiono Santoso,I. Ralph Edwards
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2001-11-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0471899275

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Drug Benefits and Risks by Chris J. van Boxtel,Budiono Santoso,I. Ralph Edwards Pdf

This is an inclusive reference exploring the scientific basis and practice of drug therapy. The key concept is to look at the balance between the benefits and risks of drugs but in this context also the social impact which drugs have in modern societies is highlighted. Taking an evidence-based approach to the problem, the practice of clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapy in the developing as well as the developed world is examined. For this purpose the book * Covers general clinical pharmacology, pharmacology of various drug groups and the treatments specific to various diseases * Gives guidance on how doctors should act so that drugs can be used effectively and safely * Encourages the rational use of drugs in society This book brings together a large amount of excellent content that will be invaluable for anyone working within, or associated with, the field of clinical pharmacology and pharmacotherapy - undergraduates, postgraduates, regulatory authorities and the pharmaceutical industry.

Author : Aaron Pycroft
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2015-02-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781473917347

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Key Concepts in Substance Misuse by Aaron Pycroft Pdf

Drug use is a major challenge for public services, healthcare professionals and policy-makers all over the world. This book offers a complete overview of the issues associated with substance misuse from an interdisciplinary perspective. It begins by providing a reference guide to the different psychoactive substances, looking at the biological and psychological impact of their use. Key issues in the effect drugs have on society are then addressed, before outlining methods of recovery and therapy. Chapters include: Reflective questions to challenge readers’ assumptions Case studies to help students understand the impact of substances on individuals Links to further resources to expand readers’ knowledge It will be valuable reading for those studying on degrees in criminology, health, nursing, social work and counselling.

Author : National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences,Committee on the Science of Changing Behavioral Health Social Norms
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780309439121

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Ending Discrimination Against People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine,Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education,Board on Behavioral, Cognitive, and Sensory Sciences,Committee on the Science of Changing Behavioral Health Social Norms Pdf

Estimates indicate that as many as 1 in 4 Americans will experience a mental health problem or will misuse alcohol or drugs in their lifetimes. These disorders are among the most highly stigmatized health conditions in the United States, and they remain barriers to full participation in society in areas as basic as education, housing, and employment. Improving the lives of people with mental health and substance abuse disorders has been a priority in the United States for more than 50 years. The Community Mental Health Act of 1963 is considered a major turning point in America's efforts to improve behavioral healthcare. It ushered in an era of optimism and hope and laid the groundwork for the consumer movement and new models of recovery. The consumer movement gave voice to people with mental and substance use disorders and brought their perspectives and experience into national discussions about mental health. However over the same 50-year period, positive change in American public attitudes and beliefs about mental and substance use disorders has lagged behind these advances. Stigma is a complex social phenomenon based on a relationship between an attribute and a stereotype that assigns undesirable labels, qualities, and behaviors to a person with that attribute. Labeled individuals are then socially devalued, which leads to inequality and discrimination. This report contributes to national efforts to understand and change attitudes, beliefs and behaviors that can lead to stigma and discrimination. Changing stigma in a lasting way will require coordinated efforts, which are based on the best possible evidence, supported at the national level with multiyear funding, and planned and implemented by an effective coalition of representative stakeholders. Ending Discrimination Against People with Mental and Substance Use Disorders: The Evidence for Stigma Change explores stigma and discrimination faced by individuals with mental or substance use disorders and recommends effective strategies for reducing stigma and encouraging people to seek treatment and other supportive services. It offers a set of conclusions and recommendations about successful stigma change strategies and the research needed to inform and evaluate these efforts in the United States.

Author : Oakley Stern Ray,Charles Ksir
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : UCSC:32106016966621

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Drugs, Society, and Human Behavior by Oakley Stern Ray,Charles Ksir Pdf

Author : Glen R. Hanson,Peter J. Venturelli,Annette E. Fleckenstein
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2008-10-06
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0763759325

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Accompany Drugs and Society by Glen R. Hanson,Peter J. Venturelli,Annette E. Fleckenstein Pdf

This handy study tool helps students get the most out of their course by reinforcing key concepts and terms.

Author : Henry Kenneth Walker,Wilbur Dallas Hall,John Willis Hurst
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 1128 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Medical
ISBN : MINN:31951D00416688Z

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Clinical Methods by Henry Kenneth Walker,Wilbur Dallas Hall,John Willis Hurst Pdf

A guide to the techniques and analysis of clinical data. Each of the seventeen sections begins with a drawing and biographical sketch of a seminal contributor to the discipline. After an introduction and historical survey of clinical methods, the next fifteen sections are organized by body system. Each contains clinical data items from the history, physical examination, and laboratory investigations that are generally included in a comprehensive patient evaluation. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR