The Science of Addiction: From Neurobiology to Treatment by Carlton K. Erickson

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An overview of the neurobiology behind addictions.

A leading addictions specialist presents information about the neurobiology of drug and alcohol addictions and how individuals with addictions respond to various therapies. The strong focus on the most commonly addictive drugs—alcohol, nicotine, cocaine, heroin—as well as others, ensures wide coverage of this issue.

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Carlton K. Erickson, Ph.D. is a distinguished Professor of Pharmacology/Toxicology and Director of the Addiction Science Research and Education Center in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Texas at Austin. He has received the Nelson J. Bradley Award for Lifetime Achievement, given by the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers (NAATP).

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October 01, 2007: Finally a book that explains the addiction process in an easily understandable work. I find this book very informative, understandable and extremely helpful in preparation of group presentations on addiction.