The Psychology of Alcohol Use: Theory, Assessment, and Treatment (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781803885032)

The Psychology of Alcohol Use provides an accessible overview of our contemporary understanding of alcohol use and abuse, gathering knowledge and insights gained over the author's long career as a teacher and researcher in the field. Readers will find everything they need to know about alcohol and alcoholism - including the nature of alcohol and the various forms in which it is consumed, the long-term risks associated with its use, the history of alcohol through the ages, and the science behind our psychological drivers and motivations for drinking. The second half of the book explore the various treatments, therapies, support groups and other forms of help that are available to help those who fail victim to alcohol's dangers. Built on a lifetime of making this topic accessible to all, and ideal for students, professionals and families alike, this is the perfect, up-to-date introduction to a fascinating field.

Author: W. Miles Cox
ISBN-10: 1803885033
ISBN-13: 9781803885032
Publisher: Pavilion Publishing and Media Ltd
Language: English
Published: 05/20/2026
Pages: 240
Format: Paperback