| Psychological Theories of Drinking and Alcoholism, Second Edition Contributor(s): Leonard, Kenneth E. (Editor), Blane, Howard Thomas (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1572304103 ISBN-13: 9781572304109 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $65.55 Product Type: Hardcover Published: May 1999 Annotation: This fully revised second edition provides a comprehensive examination of the psychological processes that influence drinking and alcoholism. The volume's multidisciplinary approach also takes into account biological, pharmacological, and social factors, offering important insights into the development and escalation of drinking problems and the various approaches to treatment. Including significantly expanded coverage of developmental, social learning, and cognitive theories, and new chapters on genetics, neurobiology, and emotions, contributors review established as well as emerging approaches that are guiding contemporary research. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Self-help | Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcohol - Psychology | Psychopathology - Addiction - Psychology | Clinical Psychology |
| Dewey: 616.861 |
| LCCN: 99029558 |
| Series: Guilford Substance Abuse |
| Physical Information: 1.3" H x 6.4" W x 9.3" (1.90 lbs) 467 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Updating and expanding the classic Psychological Theories of Drinking and Alcoholism, this fully revised second edition incorporates state-of-the-art presentations from leaders in the alcoholism field. Contributors review established and emerging approaches that guide research into the psychological processes influencing drinking and alcoholism. The volume's multidisciplinary approach also takes into account biological, pharmacological, and social factors, offering important insights into the development and escalation of drinking problems and the various approaches to treatment. Including significantly expanded coverage of developmental, social learning, and cognitive theories, the book features new chapters on genetics, neurobiology, and emotions. |