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Description: Symptoms and Signs of Substance Misuse by Margaret Stark, Jason Payne-James, Michael Scott-Ham Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description The misuse of both legally prescribed and illegally supplied drugs is now so widespread that it affects, either directly or indirectly, a high proportion of the population, impacting upon many areas of daily life. There a few parts of society in most countries of the world that are not touched by some aspect of substance misuse and the consequences for individuals, families and the wider community can be devastating. The third edition of this handy pocket sized book has been completely updated and revised but continues to give you trusted information from leading experts at a glance* Authoritative guide to symptoms and signs of substance misuse* Basic principles of treatment for many of the most commonly encountered substances from tobacco and alchohol, to cocaine and heroin as well as designer drugs* The legal aspects of substance misuse are highlighted throughout* Find information at a glance* References and further reading direct you to more authoritative information about each substanceWith specialist information clearly explained and a full glossary, this book is essential for all health professionals needing a rapid and up to date overview of the signs and symptoms of substance misuse as well as the management and treatment options available. Junior hospital doctors, emergency department staff, primary care teams, community workers and counsellors will find this text invaluable. Publisher Description The misuse of both legally prescribed and illegally supplied drugs is now so widespread that it affects, either directly or indirectly, a high proportion of the population, impacting many areas of daily life. There are few countries that are not touched by some aspect of substance misuse and the consequences for individuals, families and the wider community can be devastating. The third edition of Symptoms and Signs of Substance Misuse has been completely updated and revised, continuing to provide trusted information from leading experts. Basic principles of treatment for the most commonly encountered substances—from tobacco and alcohol to cocaine and heroin, as well as designer drugs The legal aspects of substance misuse highlighted throughout Convenient A-Z format helps you find information at a glance References and further reading direct you to more authoritative information about each substanceWith specialist information clearly explained along with a full glossary, this handy pocket-sized book is essential for all health professionals needing a concise and up-to-date overview of the signs and symptoms of substance misuse as well as the management and treatment options available. Junior hospital doctors, emergency department staff, primary care teams, community workers and counsellors will find this text invaluable. The book is also an excellent resource for police officers as well as a quick reference guide for professionals involved in setting up and managing drug and alcohol policies in organisations and businesses. Author Biography Margaret Stark LLM MSc (Med Ed), FFFLM, FACBS, FHEA, FACLM, FRCP, DGM, DMJ, DABConsultant Forensic Physician; Director of the Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit, NSW Police Force, Sydney, Australia; Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine of The University of Sydney; Founding Academic Dean of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians of LondonJason Payne-James LLM, MSc, FFFLM, FFSSoc, FRCS(Ed & Eng), DFM MediatorJason Payne-James qualified in medicine in 1980 at the University of London. He is Honorary Senior Lecturer at Cameron Forensic Medical Sciences, Barts & the London School of Medicine & Dentistry, UK. He is external Consultant to the UK National Crime Agency. He has been a Forensic Medical Examiner for the Metropolitan Police Service for over two decades. He is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Forensic & Legal Medicine. Forensic medicine clinical and research interests include healthcare of detainees, deaths, harm and near misses in custody, drugs and alcohol.Michael Scott-Ham BSc, MFSSocConsultant Forensic Toxicologist; Committee Member of the United Kingdom and Ireland Association of Forensic Toxicologists, Member of the Society of Forensic Toxicologists, Member of The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists, Senior Associate Member of the Royal Society of Medicine, Director of Principal Forensic Toxicology and Drugs Consultancy Ltd., London and Director of Principal Forensic Services Ltd, London Details ISBN 1444181742 ISBN-13 9781444181746 Title Symptoms and Signs of Substance Misuse Author Margaret Stark, Jason Payne-James, Michael Scott-Ham Format Paperback Year 2014 Pages 160 Edition 3rd Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:94977141; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! 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