Drugs and Behavior: An Introduction to Behavioral Pharmacology, 8th Edition
Author: Neil R. Carlson
Publisher: Pearson
ISBN: 978-0137515653
Introduction:
Drugs and Behavior is a thorough and up-to-date introduction to the field of behavioral pharmacology. This new eighth edition provides a comprehensive overview of the biological, psychological, and social effects of drugs. The book covers a wide range of topics, including:
- The history of drug use
- The different classes of drugs and their effects
- The mechanisms of drug action
- The effects of drugs on behavior
- The development of drug addiction
- The treatment of drug addiction
- The legal and ethical issues surrounding drug use
Drugs and Behavior is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about the effects of drugs on behavior. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it is packed with the latest research findings.