Drugs, Behavior, and Modern Society, Updated Edition (8th Edition)
Drugs, Behavior, and Modern Society provides a comprehensive and compelling examination of the impact of drug-taking behavior on contemporary society and our daily lives. This updated 8th Edition explores the use and abuse of a wide range of licit and illicit drugs, analyzing them through historical, biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives. By framing drug use as a social paradox, the text highlights how substances can serve as both beneficial tools and destructive forces within our communities.
Key features of this edition include an extensive review of psychoactive drugs and specialized focus on frequently underreported topics, such as steroid and inhalant abuse. Students and readers will gain a deeper understanding of the biological mechanisms of drugs, the societal drivers of addiction, and the historical context that has shaped modern drug policy and perception.
Product Details
- Title: Drugs, Behavior, and Modern Society, Updated Edition
- Author: Charles F. Levinthal
- Edition: 8th Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: October 2, 2015
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0134003047
- ISBN-13: 978-0134003047
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the historical trends of drug use and the evolution of drug legislation.
- Understand the physiological effects of various psychoactive substances on the nervous system.
- Evaluate the psychological and sociological factors that contribute to substance abuse.
- Identify the risks associated with commonly overlooked substances like inhalants and anabolic steroids.