Alcohol and Tobacco: Medical and Sociological Aspects of Use, Abuse and Addiction

2nd ed. 2020 Edition

by Otto-Michael Lesch (Author), Henriette Walter (Author), Christian Wetschka (Author), Michie N. Hesselbrock (Author), Victor Hesselbrock (Author), Samuel Pombo (Author)

This updated and revised second edition of “Alcohol and Tobacco” reflects the new ICD 11 and DSM V classifications and provides comprehensive descriptions of new therapeutic approaches, outlining the different interactions between personality, environment and the effects of the respective substance.

In addition to new data on prevention-based therapies, especially for smoking addiction, the book also presents essential psychological and sociological strategies, and medication-based therapies. Particular attention is given to new medications and new compounds for e-cigarettes, while a broad overview of the American and European epidemiology of alcohol and nicotine addictions rounds out the coverage.

Given the breadth and depth of its coverage, the book will appeal to a wide readership, from professionals to researchers and students.