Clinical Manual of Addiction Psychopharmacology: A Comprehensive Guide

Authored by Henry R. Kranzler, this authoritative manual is an indispensable resource for clinicians dealing with substance-related disorders. The second edition of Clinical Manual of Addiction Psychopharmacology provides a thorough update on the pharmacology of drugs of abuse and medications used to treat dependence.

A Broad Range of Addictive Substances Covered

This comprehensive guide covers a broad range of addictive substances, including updates on significant advances made since the publication of the first edition. Clinicians, including psychiatrists, psychiatric residents and fellows, and other mental health practitioners, will find the manual to be well-organized, exhaustively referenced, and current.

Well-Structured for Easy Reference

The book is structured for ease of use and completeness of coverage, with an abundance of beneficial features. Material is presented in a systematic fashion, addressing:

• Epidemiology
• Pharmacology of the abused substance (including pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics)
• Psychopharmacological treatments
• Issues of dependence, tolerance, withdrawal, and abstinence

Both basic science and clinical dimensions are addressed, and these different perspectives, including pharmacotherapy and the psychosocial aspects of treatment, are integrated to allow clinicians a more holistic and effective treatment approach.

Thorough Coverage of Pharmacology and Treatment

Coverage of the pharmacology of drugs of abuse is thorough and reflects the latest research findings, providing a necessary background for understanding the clinical effects and treatment of dependence on these substances. Coverage of pharmacotherapy for dependence on these drugs is equally comprehensive, with meticulously detailed findings and evidence-based recommendations for the clinical care of patients dependent on a variety of substances.

Easy-to-Understand Tables and Figures

Tables are used strategically to present complex information in a logical and accessible way. For example, the table on management of alcohol withdrawal syndrome includes detailed information on the symptom-triggered approach, fixed dose schedules, and delirium in a condensed, yet easy-to-understand format.

Stay Current with the Latest Research and Advancements

As new drugs come into the market and old drugs find new applications, clinicians must stay current to provide the best care. Clinical Manual of Addiction Psychopharmacology helps them to do just that, offering both sound science and clinical wisdom to meet the complex challenges of treating individuals with substance-related disorders.

Publication details:

• Publisher: American Psychiatric Publishing
• Publication Date: October 3, 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781585624409, 9781585625284