The misuse of both legally prescribed and illegally supplied drugs is now so widespread that it affects, either directly or indirectly, a high proportion of the population, impacting many areas of daily life. There are few countries that are not touched by some aspect of substance misuse and the consequences for individuals, families, and the wider community can be devastating. The third edition of this handy pocket-sized book has been completely updated and revised but continues to give you trusted information from leading experts at a glance. Authoritative guide to symptoms and signs of substance misuse Basic principles of treatment for many of the most commonly encountered substances from tobacco and alcohol, to cocaine and heroin as well as "designer" drugs The legal aspects of substance misuse are highlighted throughout Find information at a glance References and further reading direct you to more authoritative information about each substance With specialist information clearly explained and a full glossary, this book is essential for all health professionals needing a rapid and up-to-date overview of the signs and symptoms of substance misuse as well as the management and treatment options available. Junior hospital doctors, emergency department staff, primary care teams, community workers, and counsellors will find this text invaluable. About the Author: Jason Payne-James LLM MSC FRCS(Ed & Eng) FFFLM FFSSoc DFM Consultant Forensic Physician; Honorary Senior Lecturer, Cameron Forensic Medical Sciences, Barts & The London Medical and Dental School, Charterhouse Square, London, UK; Director, Forensic Healthcare Services Ltd. Margaret M Stark LLM MSc (Med Ed) FFFLM FACBS FHEA FACLM DGM DMJ DAB DME Consultant Forensic Physician; Director of the Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit, NSW Police Force, Sydney, Australia; David Jenkins Professor in Forensic and Legal Medicine; Founding Academic Dean of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians of London, UK Michael Scott-Ham BSc, UKIAFT Committee Member, Member of SOFT, TAFT Senior Associate, Member of RSM Forensic Toxicology Consultant, Director of Principal Forensic Toxicology and Drugs Consultancy Ltd., London and Director of Principal Forensic Services Ltd, London, UK
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