Review An addiction text for healthcare professionals that is both readable and worthwhile. - Addiction Both students and established practitioners will benefit from reading and dipping into this book. - The Journal of the Royal Society for the Promotion of Health Product Description Professionals working in the caring professions are increasingly coming into contact with clients experiencing problems with alcohol or drugs. This book guides the reader through the nature of substance use and chemical dependency, covering the physical, psychological, sociological and practical aspects of both legal and illegal substance use. Drinks, Drugs and Dependence provides students and practitioners with a scientifically based overview of the main issues.