Alcohol, Drugs and Young People

<b>Clinics in Developmental Medicine No. 172</b><br /> <br /> <p>A comprehensive book dealing with drug, tobacco and alcohol abuse in both children and young people.</p> <ul> <li>Presents the facts of drug and alcohol abuse, evidence for prevention and treatment, and reviews of the various types of treatments<br /> </li> <li>Reviews all drugs of abuse, including tobacco and alcohol<br /> </li> <li>Offers a practical presentation of evidence from particular therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy and family therapy<br /> </li> <li>Presents a comprehensive review of the pharmacological advances for this age group with substance use disorders and other mental health problems<br /> </li> <li>Written by an international team of professionals and academics, each with a background in adolescent development as well as addiction.</li> </ul>