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Principles of Addictions and the Law - Applications in Forensic, Mental Health, and Medical Practice (Hardcover)
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Principles of Addictions and the Law - Applications in Forensic, Mental Health, and Medical Practice (Hardcover)
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The book includes an examination of sources of law important to
addiction and its treatment. The foundations for forensic work in
professional legal testimony is explored (e.g., legal system, case
law precedent, statutes governing addictions, civil and criminal
procedures). The science of addiction is featured including the
biology of addiction, addiction as a brain disease, responsibility
vs. loss of control, development of addictions, and the role of
genetics and environment. Drug testing, its uses with forensic
populations, what the tests show and do not show, controversies in
using tests in the general population also receives extensive
treatment. Addiction and mental illness in forensic populations is
highlighted for addiction treatment and continuing care. Case
studies and landmark cases illustrate the role of alcohol, drug
use, and addictions in legal decisions.
*Focused primarily on alcohol and drug addictions
*Case studies and landmark cases are included to illustrate the
role of alcohol/drugs in legal decisions (e.g., the Exxon Valdez
case)
*Brief overview of legal system and drug courts will be useful to
clinicans, lawyers, administrators, and other professionals
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