Heroin Addiction and The British System - Volume I Origins and Evolution (Paperback, New)

The British system of dealing with drug addiction is notable for its flexibility and its capacity to adapt to changing circumstances. Because of this it has attracted considerable international interest, although it is rarely fully understood or accurately represented.
Presenting a comprehensive account of the development of policies and treatments, Heroin Addiction a brings together the perspectives of policy makers, practitioners and social commentators. The book contributes to a proper understanding of how policy and practice has evolved so that lessons for future policy and practice may be identified.
Volume I of Heroin Addiction focuses on the evolution of the drugs problem in the UK, examining the social and economic consequences from historical and contemporary perspectives. It is a unique source of reference for students, researchers, healthcare professionals and drug agencies both in the UK and overseas.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2004
First published:	2005
Editors:	Michael Gossop • John Strang
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	236
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-29815-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social issues > Illness & addiction: social aspects > Drug addiction & substance abuse
LSN:	0-415-29815-6
Barcode:	9780415298155

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