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Chapter 1: Introduction to Chemical Dependency (Substance Abuse)
Progression of Dependence - Chronicity and Relapse
Chapter 2: The Opioids
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 3: CNS Depressants: Alcohol
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 4: CNS Depressants: Sedatives-Hypnotics
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 5: Marijuana
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 6: CNS Stimulants: Amphetamines, Cocaine
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 7: The Hallucinogens
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 8: The Inhalants: Solvents, Glues, Aerosols
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 9: Designer Drugs
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 10: Other Abused Drugs
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 11: Over-the-Counter Drugs
History, Current Impact, and abuse potential
Chapter 12: Treating Diverse Populations
Basic Treatment Concepts, Treatment Issues, Counseling Skills, Support Groups, Therapeutic Approaches, Aftercare and continuing care
Chapter 13: The Impaired Health Care Professional
Potential for substance abuse by health care professionals, extent of the problem, Prevention and treatment concepts, Involvement by state boards of nursing
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