This volume explores the physiological and psychological phenomenon of addiction including the nature of dependence, the dependence potential of drugs, and the importance of motivation in recovery. It discusses substitute prescriptions and the benefits of their use in maintenance or controlled withdrawal. It also examines the identification and management of withdrawal syndromes, considers the use of various pharmaceuticals for detoxification, and includes expert instruction on the management of common comorbidities. Additional information covers the emergency management of several drug related disorders. The book contains 29 tables and figures, expert data, and extensive references

Based on the findings of a multidisciplinary toxicology research program, this book explores improved methods of implementing countermeasures to biological and chemical terrorism. The authors focus on modeling, simulation, and visualization; environmental protection; personal protection and therapeutics; and the mechanistic and toxic effects of weapons. It draws heavily on the findings and conclusions from research conducted through the Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr. National Program for Countermeasures to Biological and Chemical Threats. The book is appropriate for graduate level course work and as a professional reference. It includes a 16 page color insert along with tables, illustrations, and diagrams.

This book is specifically designed for non-pathologists who normally interact with forensic pathologists. It covers topics within forensic pathology, including the forensic autopsy, postmortem changes and time of death and body identification.

This book is specifically designed for non-pathologists who normally interact with forensic pathologists. It covers topics within forensic pathology, including the forensic autopsy, postmortem changes and time of death and body identification.

A majority of the Fortune 500 companies implement some practice of workplace drug testing in their company policies. This book covers all major issues concerning how people try to beat drug tests and defend positive test results.