Coomber, Ross/ McElrath,
Key Concepts in Drugs and Society
- ISBN 13:
- 9781847874856
- author:
- Coomber, Ross/ McElrath,
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Sage Publications Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 1.2 x 24.2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Key Concepts in Drugs and Society by Ross Coomber, Karen McElrath, Fiona Measham, and Karenza Moore is an invaluable resource for understanding the complex relationships between people and drugs. This comprehensive introduction covers key issues and trends concerning drugs and society, both locally and globally, historically and today. The authors bring together their diverse theoretical and practical backgrounds to provide a balanced and contextualized exploration of drug use and its social contexts. With insightful analysis, they move beyond cultural myths and presuppositions to offer a scientific understanding of the subject. Suitable for students on criminology, sociology, and social sciences programmes, as well as professionals working in the field of drugs services, this book provides a valuable reference source for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of drug issues.