Abstract
Addiction to tobacco, alcohol and drugs is a major problem. Dependence and problem drug use are now defined syndromes and their psychological, genetic and brain mechanisms are being elucidated. Social policy can influence the consumption of drugs and treatment strategies are becoming more effective.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 136-140 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | British Journal of Hospital Medicine |
Volume | 56 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 21 Aug 1996 |
Keywords
- INTERVENTIONS
- SMOKING
- MODEL