Alcohol, Drugs and Young People – Clinical Approaches

Clinics in Developmental Medicine No. 172



A comprehensive book dealing with drug, tobacco and alcohol abuse in both children and young people.

Presents the facts of drug and alcohol abuse, evidence for prevention and treatment, and reviews of the various types of treatments

Reviews all drugs of abuse, including tobacco and alcohol

Offers a practical presentation of evidence from particular therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy and family therapy

Presents a comprehensive review of the pharmacological advances for this age group with substance use disorders and other mental health problems

Written by an international team of professionals and academics, each with a background in adolescent development as well as addiction.