Alcoholism : causes, symptoms, effects and treatment / edited by Vinod K. Shanwal, B.S. Chhikara.
| Other author | Shanwal, Vinod K., editor. |
| Other author | Chhikara, B. S., editor. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication | Boca Raton : CRC Press ; [New Delhi, India] : Manakin Press, 2022. |
| Description | 1 online resource : illustrations (black and white) |
| Supplemental Content | Ebook Central |
| Subjects |
| Abstract | The book includes research on multi-dimensional aspects of problems related to alcohol. The chapters cover a wide range of topics on the theme of Alcoholism, ranging from reasons and factors that induce alcoholism, to health risks and finally possible medical, psychological and alternative remedial measures. Various factors such as genetics, childhood influences, antisocial behaviour, and personality traits contribute to this menace of alcoholism. Cultural values, beliefs, and childhood experiences to govern thought process are indirectly related to earlier stages of alcohol addiction. Family history and life stress have implications on an individual's susceptibility to alcohol addiction. Personality traits influence the addiction in individuals. The treatment of alcoholism involves different therapies besides medicines for comprehensive and smooth recovery of the person. The important inducing factors, impact on society, individual, brain, family, nutritional deficiency and possible therapies such as body psychotherapies, herbal and natural therapy have been covered in the book in hope of a comprehensive solution. Note: T & F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Biographical note | Vinod K. Shanwal, Head, Department of Education and Training, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida. B.S. Chhikara, Department of Chemistry, Aditi Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi. |
| Source of description | Online resource; title from PDF title page (Taylor & Francis Group platform, viewed June 7, 2022). |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Alcoholism. Boca Raton : CRC Press, 2022 9781032248400 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9781003280361 (electronic bk.) |
| ISBN | 1003280366 (electronic bk.) |
| ISBN | 9781000569650 (electronic bk. ; EPUB) |
| ISBN | 1000569659 (electronic bk. ; EPUB) |
| ISBN | 1000569624 (electronic bk. ; PDF) |
| ISBN | 9781000569629 (electronic bk.) |
| Standard identifier# | 10.1201/9781003280361 |
| Stock number | 9781003280361 Taylor & Francis |
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| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |