Problem Drinking

Robinson Ian Heather Robertson Heather Nick H.

ISBN 10: 0192628615 / ISBN 13: 9780192628619

Published by Oxford University Press, 1997

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Print on Demand pp. 240 49:B&W 6.14 x 9.21 in or 234 x 156 mm (Royal 8vo) Perfect Bound on White w/Gloss Lam.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Problem Drinking
• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0192628615
• ISBN 13: 9780192628619
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Problem drinking aims to bridge the wide gap that exits between the modern, scientific account of the nature of alcohol problems, and the popular understanding of the subject. In particular, it presents detailed evidence and arguments against the commonly accepted view that 'alcoholism' is best regarded as a disease. Instead, it outlines an alternative approach to alcohol problems, based on the premise that they are best seen as example of socially learned behavior. In the third edition, the authors have brought the book up to date by covering the major developments that have taken place in recent years, in particular in the field of genetics. The book is also one of the first to discuss the results and recommendations for the 5 year long Project MATCH study, probably the most extensive alcohol study ever undertaken, the results of which are due to be published in 1997. The book provides a useful textbook for students undertaking courses in alcoholism, as part of psychology and psychiatry degrees, and provides practical advice for counselors, social workers, and health promotion officers.

About the Author

Professor Nick Heather Newcastle City Health NHS Trust Northern Regional Alcohol and Drug Service Plummer Court Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6UR Tel:0191 230 1300