Cognitive-Behavioural Indicators of Substance Abuse

Problems related to substance use, abuse and dependence are a major concern on societies today, persisting to require considerable attention from the community. For decades studies have been showing that drug consumption represents a main risk factor for physical, social and mental health problems. Unfortunately, reality shows that in many cultures and fractions of population, heavy substance use is the norm. This book examines the cognitive-behavioural indicators of substance abuse and various corresponding treatment techniques.