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Neuroscience of Alcohol

Name: Neuroscience of Alcohol
Author: Victor R Preedy,Victor R. Preedy

Mechanisms and Treatment

Victor R Preedy,

Victor R. Preedy,

736 pages
English
ePUB (mobile friendly)
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eBook - ePub

Neuroscience of Alcohol

Mechanisms and Treatment

Victor R Preedy,

Victor R. Preedy,

About this book

Neuroscience of Alcohol: Mechanisms and Treatment presents the fundamental information necessary for a thorough understanding of the neurobiological underpinnings of alcohol addiction and its effects on the brain. Offering thorough coverage of all aspects of alcohol research, treatment and prevention, and containing contributions from internationally recognized experts, the book provides students, early-career researchers, and investigators at all levels with a fundamental introduction to all aspects of alcohol misuse.Alcohol is one of the world's most common addictive substances, with about two billion individuals worldwide consuming it in one form or another and three million annual deaths that are associated with alcohol misuse. Alcohol alters a variety of neurological processes, from molecular biology, to cognition. Moreover, addiction to alcohol can lead to numerous other health concerns and damage virtually every organ system in the body, making diagnosis and treatment of individuals addicted to alcohol of critical importance.- Integrates cutting-edge research on the pharmacological, cellular and molecular aspects of alcohol use, along with its effects on neurobiological function- Discusses alcohol use as a component of dual-use and poly addictions- Outlines numerous screening and treatment strategies for alcohol misuse- Covers both the physical and psychological effects of alcohol use and withdrawals to provide a fully-formed view of alcohol dependency and its effects

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