The Encyclopedia of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse (Facts on File Library of Health & Living) - Hardcover

Gold MD, Donald Dizney Eminent Scholar Distinguished Professor And Chair Of Psychiatry Mark S; Adamec, Christine A

9780816077090: The Encyclopedia of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse (Facts on File Library of Health & Living)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0816077096 ISBN 13: 9780816077090

Publisher: Facts on File, 2010

The Encyclopedia of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse examines the history of alcohol and alcoholism, providing detailed information about alcohol abuse and dependence. It explains the process by which alcohol dependence emerges, contributing factors, how to recognize alcohol dependence, what treatments are available, and the health impact if it is left untreated. Topics covered include the environmental and genetic factors for alcoholism, psychiatric illnesses associated with it, and the various social issues connected to alcohol use, ranging from lost work days to domestic violence. Appendixes include directories of national agencies and organizations, state agencies and organizations, child protective service agencies, mental health agencies, and statistics on alcohol use and abuse.

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About the Author:

Gold is a Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and Community Health & Family Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine.

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