A comprehensive source of information for nonspecialists with an interest in substance use and abuse. Articles, written by specialists in their fields, cover such diverse topics as social policy, history, politics, economics, law enforcement, trafficking, scientific research, and treatment. Volume 4 provides a directory of state agencies involved in substance abuse. A multidisciplinary encyclopedia with more than 200 entries covering all aspects of adolescence. It presents articles on drug use, cognitive development, childbirth, hormones, and more.
Entries vary in length, but usually include a list a references for further research.
Encyclopedia of Alcoholism . Describes the problems of alcoholism clearly beginning with a history of alcohol and a description of the chemical nature of alcohol. Statistics, organizations, and references are given. A Nontechnical Guide for the Social Sciences . Provides nontechnical definitions for statistics used in the social and behavioral sciences.