Drugs and Human Behavior: Biopsychosocial Aspects of Psychotropic Substances Use

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the biopsychosocial approach to psychotropic substances use and abuse management, prevention, and treatment. It aims to provide resources for designing and implementing health strategies and public policies that consider the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors, recognizing the three dimensions as essential to developing effective policies and strategies for psychotropic substance users.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 568 pages
Publication date: 02 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book presents the fundamental concepts and essential tools for embracing a biopsychosocial approach to the management, prevention, and treatment of psychotropic substance use and abuse. Its primary objective is to provide valuable resources for designing and implementing effective health strategies and public policies that comprehensively address the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors associated with psychotropic substance use. By considering these three dimensions simultaneously, the book aims to develop comprehensive health and social care policies and strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of psychotropic substance users.

The book is structured into five distinct parts. Part one offers a historical overview of psychotropic substance use throughout human history, providing a foundation for understanding the phenomenon from a biopsychosocial perspective. The subsequent three parts delve into psychotropic substance use from different interrelated dimensions of the biopsychosocial perspective. Part two focuses on the neurobiological aspects, part three on the psychological aspects, and part four on the social aspects, with a particular emphasis on their implications for public policy design. Finally, part five addresses specialized topics related to psychotropic substance use.

Drugs and Human Behavior: Biopsychosocial Aspects of Psychotropic Substances Use serves as a valuable resource for public agents, health professionals, and social workers who are passionate about adopting a biopsychosocial perspective to develop and implement comprehensive health and social care strategies and policies for psychotropic substance users. By embracing an interdisciplinary approach, this book aims to promote a more humanized and compassionate approach to addressing the challenges and complexities associated with psychotropic substance use, ultimately contributing to improved outcomes and well-being for individuals and communities.

Weight: 890g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030628574
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021