Overview

Does cannabis really trigger schizophrenia? Is it true that cannabis is a non-addictive drug? What's the difference between hash and skunk? According to the UN's estimate, 160 million people around the world use cannabis; that's roughly 2.5 per cent of the world population. Despite these figures, most people have a profound lack of knowledge about cannabis, made all the more dangerous by the changing nature of the drug itself, with much higher levels of potency being seen today than ever before. What You Need to Know About Cannabis offers accessible, accurate and objective information about the drug, allowing the reader draw their own conclusion. The book demystifies the latest research about the effects of cannabis, particularly in relation to mental health issues. Suitable for use as a resource for teachers, professionals, parents and young people who want to know the facts about cannabis, this book tells you what you need to know about this controversial drug.

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Author:   Graeme Nice ,  David Emmett
Publisher:   Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint:   Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Dimensions:   Width: 17.50cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 24.40cm
Weight:   0.260kg
ISBN:  

9781843106975

ISBN 10:   1843106973
Pages:   128
Publication Date:   15 October 2008
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  General/trade ,  Young adult ,  Professional & Vocational ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Introduction. 1. Cannabis - the Plant and the Drug . 2. Cannabis and Health 3. Cannabis and Mental Health - Looking at the Research 4. Problem Cannabis Use. 5. Treatment Options. 6. Detecting Cannabis Use. 7. The Global Cannabis Industry. 8. Cannabis and the Law. Conclusions. Appendix One: Glossary of Terms. Appendix Two: Self -Help and Support to Quit or Reduce Usage. Appendix Three: Rehabilitation, Detoxification and Treatment Services. Appendix Four: Useful Organizations. Index.

Reviews

This is a well-researched, balanced and readable book on many aspects of cannabis use and misuse. There are a multitude of opinions about cannabis and its effects...Anecdotes and stories about clients are scattered throughout the book, which adds colour to the information presented, as do the illustrations. The book is intended for anyone wishing to increase their knowledge about cannabis; particularly teachers, health workers, parents and people using cannabis. -- Australasian Professional Society on Alcohol and other Drugs It deserves a place on the bookshelf of all health and social care professionals, counsellors, police officers and educators...I was suprised at how much I learned from this book. It is thoroughly recommended. -- Nursing Standard

Author Information

David Emmett, PhD retired from a 30-year career as a police officer in 1996, and has over 25 years' experience in the field of substance abuse, working directly with drug and alcohol abusers. He has given advice to schools and colleges as well as being involved in training for teachers, health workers, police officers and other professionals. He regularly lectures on substance misuse topics at UK universities. He lives in Hampshire, UK. Graeme Nice has worked in the fields of counselling, substance misuse and blood-borne diseases for over 20 years. He is Deputy Team Coordinator of an NHS substance misuse team in Hampshire, England, where he holds a caseload of drug clients. He has qualifications in counselling, health education and teaching.

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