Concepts of Chemical Dependency

by Harold E. Doweiko, Amelia Evans

From inhalants and alcohol to synthetic drugs and opioids, Doweiko/Evans' CONCEPTS OF CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY, 11th EDITION, covers the explosion of information regarding the understanding, identification and treatment of substance use disorders. Author Amelia Evans, continuing Harold Doweiko�s work on prior editions, also examines the use and misuse of tobacco, barbiturates, amphetamines, cocaine and hallucinogens, as well as substances frequently left out of other books -- such as aerosols, steroids and over-the-counter analgesics. One thing you won't find is a judgmental approach preaching that "drugs are bad for you." By studying the facts and concepts in this book, you get the information you need to understand relevant research related to misused substances and help your clients overcome substance use challenges.

Genres: Textbooks, School, Counselling, Nonfiction

736 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1990

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Required reading for class & my first e-textbook! I was apprehensive, however, it proved very accessible and easy to use.

[Vicki Lannerholm · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is definitely a 'dry read' (no pun intended) and yes, even for a textbook, but it provides exceptionally detailed information about the fundamental operations of substances in the body and mind. If you are looking to really understand what goes on with chemical dependency, this is the book to read. Take your time with it and let it sink in.

[Emma Sonnen · Rating 4 out of 5]

required reading carleton PSYC 3403

I would’ve much preferred a book that took a Canadian perspective rather than an American one but it was still informative overall.

[Jill Hart · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information, but needs editing.

[Alexis · Rating 3 out of 5]

Had to read for class. Not bad, very detailed book and insightful on why people have substance abuse issues.

[Aimee J Martin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my current required text for my final of the 4 focal areas of social work that I must complete, Substance Abuse. This book is extremely in-depth going into the very insides of the neurotransmitters in your brain and how they react when a substance encounters them, mainly targeting your dopamine receptors. This book covers every illegal and legal substance/drug/medication from A-Z (Alcohol to Zolpidem).

Upon covering what the various illicit substances to do the brain and your organs and body as a whole, the book ends with topics such as self-help groups and the debate around legalization.

The book itself is not horribly long, but VERY intensive. You must be completely focused while reading with no distractions. It's almost as intense as microbio if not more.

[Angela Blair]

A lot of information and detailed. Some of the pharmacology and biotransformations conflict with other physiology of pharmaceuticals, but it was a great read to add to the bank of knowledge for my field.

[Colleen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Done!

[Jeanette · Rating 4 out of 5]

(2012 Edition)Excellent up-to-date reference book for any AUD/SUD disorder counselor. I didn't even for a second consider selling this one back after completing my courses!

[Chris Zupke · Rating 4 out of 5]

read for grad school. Very informative, easy to read.

[Karla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This text is incredibly informative, but incredibly deep text. The font is very small and the text is just packed with every aspect of substance abuse concepts you could think of!

[Chris Chaos · Rating 3 out of 5]

A very technical and dry book, 30% of the content is either redundant or unnecessary. Also the typos were terrible. Glad I am finished!