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Abstract
This concise, clearly-written introduction will help cement students' understanding of the different theories surrounding addictive behaviour. The authors examine both behavioural and substance-related disorders, with chapters discussing biological, cognitive and moralistic perspectives, all organized around the key stages of addiction.
"Moss and Dyer's book provides a comprehensive review of both the historical development and contemporary focus of addiction psychology, and will doubtlessly be welcomed by A-Level and undergraduate students studying introductory courses in addiction." - Lee Hogarth, Lecturer in Psychology, University of Nottingham
ANTONY C. MOSS is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Psychology, London South Bank University, UK.
KYLE R. DYER is a psychopharmacologist at Kings College London, UK and a Visiting Fellow at the Department of Psychology, London South Bank University, UK.
This concise, clearly-written introduction will help cement students' understanding of the different theories surrounding addictive behaviour. The authors examine both behavioural and substance-related disorders, with chapters discussing biological, cognitive and moralistic perspectives, all organized around the key stages of addiction.
Table of Contents
| Section Title | Page | Action | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cover | Cove | ||
| Contents | vii | ||
| List of figures | viii | ||
| List of tables | ix | ||
| Preface | xi | ||
| Note from series editors | xiii | ||
| 1 What is addictive behaviour? | 1 | ||
| 2 The biology of addictive behaviour | 19 | ||
| 3 Understanding addictive behaviour as a learned phenomenon | 52 | ||
| 4 Understanding addictive behaviour as a problem of control | 70 | ||
| 5 Understanding the automaticity of addictive behaviour | 83 | ||
| 6 Treatment options for addictive behaviours | 101 | ||
| 7 Primary prevention options for addictive behaviours | 124 | ||
| 8 Integrating addictive behaviour | 135 | ||
| Glossary | 147 | ||
| References | 156 | ||
| Index | 167 | ||
| Reading guide | 172 |