Addiction: A biopsychosocial perspective

by Chris Chandler, Anita Andrews

A biopsychosocial perspective provides students with an evidence-based approach to addiction whilst covering a broad range of topics, critical perspectives and influential theories in addiction. With chapters discussing key theories, psychological, biological and societal aspects of addiction, this is a highly accessible and essential resource for students and researchers

Offers an evidence-based discussion of addiction
Addresses the neuroscience and psychology of addiction
Provides a critical account of the science and research in addiction
Includes chapter overviews and summaries, learning aims and case studies to help students in their study 

288 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 29, 2018

About the author

Chris Chandler is a storyteller, author, and book lover. She is a two-time cast member of Boulder’s Listen To Your Mother show and has been published on ScaryMommy.com and in The Boulder Magazine. She lives in Boulder, CO with her husband, is the mother of two adult sons and one bonus daughter. She helps others find and tell their stories by facilitating writing circles for women. Ways to connect: linktr.ee/chrischandler.

Reviews

[Jemima Atar · Rating 4 out of 5]

I found this to be a comprehensive textbook on addiction, adopting a holistic and critical approach to addiction theory, evidence, treatment approaches, laws, and ethics. It presents engaging and really well-written structured arguments, complete with summaries and thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter. This is a great textbook for anyone who wants to learn more about evidence-based addiction theory.