Community Substance Abuse Indicators Handbook

Community Substance Abuse Indicators Handbook
Author: DIANE Publishing Company
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Total Pages: 102
Release: 1995-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9780788124471

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Will assist community coalitions and other groups fighting substance abuse. Presented as a guide to help communities develop indicators that describe the scope and nature of local substance abuse problems. Indicator data describes and monitors changes in: the number of people who use and abuse substances, or who have access to substances; the level of community harm associated with substance use problems; and the level of community effort to prevent, treat or reduce the harm from substance abuse. Glossary of indicator terminology and additional resources.

Broadening the Base of Treatment for Alcohol Problems

Broadening the Base of Treatment for Alcohol Problems
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 640
Release: 1990-02-01
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309040388

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In this congressionally mandated study, an expert committee of the Institute of Medicine takes a close look at where treatment for people with alcohol problems seems to be headed, and provides its best advice on how to get there. Careful consideration is given to how the creative growth of treatment can best be encouraged while keeping costs within reasonable limits. Particular attention is devoted to the importance of developing therapeutic approaches that are sensitive to the special needs of the many diverse groups represented among those who have developed problems related to their use of "man's oldest friend and oldest enemy." This book is the most comprehensive examination of alcohol treatment to date.

Environmental Toxicology

Environmental Toxicology
Author: J Rose
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 414
Release: 2003-09-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0203305515

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Because our chemical environment affects our physical and mental well-being, it is a matter of increasing concern and is therefore attracting much research effort. This timely collection of essays highlights current developments in the field of environmental toxicology. Chapters analyze the carcinogenic, mutagenic, genotoxic, and neurotoxic effects of both anthropogenic and natural toxins in the soil, air, and water around us, as well as in our workplace and diet. The book also examines the effects of toxins on other organisms, as well as the techniques, policies, and management strategies employed in studying and controlling environmental pollutants. It will be an essential reference to a variety of personnel in environmental studies and public health.

Health Promotion at the Community Level

Health Promotion at the Community Level
Author: Neil F. Bracht
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 300
Release: 1999
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780761913047

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Like the First Edition, this book serves as a guide to the science and art of community health promotion. The last decade of research and development has considerably advanced the science of achieving and maintaining health. In this new edition, international contributors share their experiences and expertise about diverse health promotion and point out areas needing adjustment in community implementation, both on an international and domestic level.