Encyclopedia of Addictions free download

Author(s): Kathryn H. Hollen
Publisher: Greenwood
Date : 2008
Pages : 616
Format : pdf
Language : English
ISBN-10 : 0313347379
ISBN-13 : 9780313347375

Desription :

The 200 entries in this set by science writer Hollen (The Reproductive System) "discuss symptoms, causes, prevalence, prevention, and treatment as well as associated terms such as compulsion, tolerance, denial, and withdrawal," and 200 more terms appear as cross-references. In addition to articles describing particular drugs, dependencies, and disorders, figures such as Bill W., Carrie Nation, and Betty Ford are also profiled. Entries and cross-references are listed in alphabetical order, with in-text cross-references to other entries in bold for ease of use. The text is free of jargon and accessible to general adult readers. The main drawback is the set's price, which is prohibitively high for the amount of content offered. BOTTOM LINE Facts On File's slightly older The Encyclopedia of Addictions and Addictive Behavior (2005) contains virtually the same information at less than half the price and is better organized; statistics, organizations, and relevant terminology are included with the entry, thus eliminating the need to flip to an appendix. While this work can be recommended for public and academic libraries, purchasers may find the Facts On File work a more affordable choice. [Available electronically via Greenwood Digital Collection.]—Amanda K. Sprochi, Univ. of Missouri, Columbia
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The Encyclopedia of Addiction covers all type of addictions, from substance abuses, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors such as gambling, pornography, and shopping.

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