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Psychological Theories of Drinking and Alcoholism, Second Edition

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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.

Author Biography:

Kenneth E. Leonard, PhD, is a Senior Research Scientist at the Research Institute on Addictions and the Director of the Division of Psychology in Psychiatry, School of Medicine, State University of New York at Buffalo. Howard Thomas Blane, PhD, until his death in 2019, was Director Emeritus of the Clinical and Research Institute on Addictions and Research Professor Emeritus of Psychology, Psychiatry, and Preventive Medicine at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. Dr. Blane was renowned for his research on the prevention and treatment of alcohol use disorders and on alcohol use among young adults.
Release date Australia
July 22nd, 1999
Audiences
  • Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
  • Professional & Vocational
  • Undergraduate
Contributors
  • Edited by Howard Thomas Blane
  • Edited by Kenneth E. Leonard
Pages
467
Dimensions
156x234x33
ISBN-13
9781572304109
Product ID
2463461

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