The Sage Handbook of Addiction Psychology (Original PDF from Publisher)

The Sage Handbook of Addiction Psychology (Original PDF from Publisher)

By Ingmar H.A. Franken, Reinout Wiers, Katie Witkiewitz

The Sage Handbook of Addiction Psychology delivers an in-depth exploration of the science underpinning addiction psychology, serving as a vital tool for psychologists involved in research and clinical practice.

Featuring contributions from a globally recognized team of experts, the handbook adopts a forward-thinking approach. Its chapters examine psychological theories of addiction and evidence-based addiction treatment, providing actionable insights into the complexities of addiction psychology.

Embracing a multidisciplinary perspective, the handbook integrates related disciplines typically beyond psychology, including economics, genetics, public health, neurobiology, computer science, and sociology. This approach acknowledges that psychology and individual-focused perspectives form only one part of the addiction puzzle, offering readers a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of addiction psychology.

With Substance Use Disorders being among the most common mental health issues worldwide, this handbook, crafted for students and researchers, is an indispensable resource for those aiming to deeply understand the field of addiction psychology.