Drinking in Context

Drinking in Context
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 282
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ISBN-10 : 9781135918903
ISBN-13 : 1135918902
Rating : 4/5 (03 Downloads)

Synopsis Drinking in Context by : Gerry Stimson

Drinking beverage alcohol is a widespread source of individual and social pleasure in most countries around the world. Yet, some drinking patterns can lead to serious physical, mental, and social harms. Drinking in Context is intended to complement existing volumes dealing with international alcohol policy by focusing on three main themes: drinking patterns, targeted interventions, and partnership development. An understanding that patterns of drinking are important predictors of outcomes has led to a growing realization that alcohol policies and prevention strategies need to focus on excessive or irresponsible drinking. As a result, there has been a shift towards interventions that address the targeted reduction of harm. These approaches recognize socio-cultural differences and avoid trying to impose a one-size-fits-all solution. In this context, multi-stakeholder partnerships offer an excellent opportunity to promote the complex mix of measures required by each society. Shared responsibilities lead to shared solutions.

Drugs, Driving and Traffic Safety

Drugs, Driving and Traffic Safety
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 564
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ISBN-10 : 9783764399238
ISBN-13 : 3764399236
Rating : 4/5 (38 Downloads)

Synopsis Drugs, Driving and Traffic Safety by : Joris C. Verster

Drugs, Driving and Traffic Safety gives a comprehensive overview of the effects of different medical conditions like neurological disorders, anxiety and depression and their pharmaceutical treatment on driving ability. In addition, the effects of alcohol and drugs of abuse are discussed. Leading experts present the different methodologies to examine effects of drugs on driving, and summarize the recent scientific evidence including epidemiological studies, roadside surveys, laboratory tests, driving simulators, and the standardized driving test. The volume includes guidelines of the International Council on Alcohol, Drugs and Traffic Safety (ICADTS) and the ICADTS Drugs List 2007. Drugs, Driving and Traffic Safety is written for physicians, psychiatrists and pharmacists who want to inform their patients who use psychoactive drugs.

Alcohol Research & Health

Alcohol Research & Health
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 308
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ISBN-10 : MINN:31951P00971781N
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (1N Downloads)

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Alcoholism

Alcoholism
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 274
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ISBN-10 : 9781000569629
ISBN-13 : 1000569624
Rating : 4/5 (29 Downloads)

Synopsis Alcoholism by : Vinod K. Shanwal

The book includes research on multi-dimensional aspects of problems related to alcohol. The chapters cover a wide range of topics on the theme of Alcoholism, ranging from reasons and factors that induce alcoholism, to health risks and finally possible medical, psychological and alternative remedial measures. Various factors such as genetics, childhood influences, antisocial behaviour, and personality traits contribute to this menace of alcoholism. Cultural values, beliefs, and childhood experiences to govern thought process are indirectly related to earlier stages of alcohol addiction. Family history and life stress have implications on an individual's susceptibility to alcohol addiction. Personality traits influence the addiction in individuals. The treatment of alcoholism involves different therapies besides medicines for comprehensive and smooth recovery of the person. The important inducing factors, impact on society, individual, brain, family, nutritional deficiency and possible therapies such as body psychotherapies, herbal and natural therapy have been covered in the book in hope of a comprehensive solution. Note: T& F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

Effectiveness of Behavioral Highway Safety Countermeasures

Effectiveness of Behavioral Highway Safety Countermeasures
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Publisher : Transportation Research Board
Total Pages : 60
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ISBN-10 : 9780309117548
ISBN-13 : 0309117542
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis Effectiveness of Behavioral Highway Safety Countermeasures by : David F. Preusser

TRB¿s National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) Report 622: Effectiveness of Behavioral Highway Safety Countermeasures explores a framework and guidance for estimating the costs and benefits of emerging, experimental, untried, or unproven behavioral highway safety countermeasures.

Handbook of Driving Simulation for Engineering, Medicine, and Psychology

Handbook of Driving Simulation for Engineering, Medicine, and Psychology
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 728
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ISBN-10 : 9781420061017
ISBN-13 : 1420061011
Rating : 4/5 (17 Downloads)

Synopsis Handbook of Driving Simulation for Engineering, Medicine, and Psychology by : Donald L. Fisher

Effective use of driving simulators requires considerable technical and methodological skill along with considerable background knowledge. Acquiring the requisite knowledge and skills can be extraordinarily time consuming, yet there has been no single convenient and comprehensive source of information on the driving simulation research being conduc

Encyclopedia of Police Science

Encyclopedia of Police Science
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 1678
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ISBN-10 : 9781135879082
ISBN-13 : 1135879087
Rating : 4/5 (82 Downloads)

Synopsis Encyclopedia of Police Science by : Jack Raymond Greene

In 1996, Garland published the second edition of the Encyclopedia of Police Science, edited by the late William G. Bailey. The work covered all the major sectors of policing in the US. Since then much research has been done on policing issues, and there have been significant changes in techniques and in the American police system. Technological advances have refined and generated methods of investigation. Political events, such as the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 in the United States, have created new policing needs while affecting public opinion about law enforcement. These developments appear in the third, expanded edition of the Encyclopedia of Police Science. 380 entries examine the theoretical and practical aspects of law enforcement, discussing past and present practices. The added coverage makes the Encyclopedia more comprehensive with a greater focus on today's policing issues. Also added are themes such as accountability, the culture of police, and the legal framework that affects police decision. New topics discuss recent issues, such as Internet and crime, international terrorism, airport safety, or racial profiling. Entries are contributed by scholars as well as experts working in police departments, crime labs, and various fields of policing.

The Encyclopedia of Police Science

The Encyclopedia of Police Science
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Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Total Pages : 1575
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ISBN-10 : 9780415970006
ISBN-13 : 0415970008
Rating : 4/5 (06 Downloads)

Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Police Science by : Jack R. Greene

First published in 1996, this work covers all the major sectors of policing in the United States. Political events such as the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, have created new policing needs while affecting public opinion about law enforcement. This third edition of the "Encyclopedia" examines the theoretical and practical aspects of law enforcement, discussing past and present practices.