Why are some drugs highly addictive? What exactly are theeffects of different types of psychoactive drugs? How can theyproduce such dramatic effects on mood, cognition, sensation,awareness, health and well-being? Understanding Drugs and Behaviour describes in detail howthe main psychoactive drugs can alter brain chemistry and modifybehaviour. Written by experienced lecturers with a high level ofresearch expertise, all the main drugs used in today’ssociety are included, such as alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, LSD andEcstacy, opiates, CNS stimulants, as well as clinicalmedications. Teaching and learning features include: Chapter overviews In-depth core material End of chapter questions Key references Extensive glossary Journals and websites of interest This introductory text will be of use to students ofpsychology, behavioural sciences, health sciences, nursing,physiology and pharmacology.
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