What are the latest results from research in the fields of the social sciences, psychology and biomedicine with regard to drug addiction and dependency on psychoactive substances?In this publication, experts in these three areas present the results of the latest research into the problem of drug addiction. The dynamics of the cannabis market are analysed through the lens of sociology, whereas researchers in psychology look at personality traits, impulsivity and sensation seeking. In addition, the most recent theories in neuroscience and dependency are presented. Finally, this book provides information on what treatments are available, or may be available in future, for drug addiction.This inventory of signals from drug research should interest scientists, those working with drug addiction and policy makers as part of the Pompidou Group's commitment to communicating the latest research findings in policy, science and practice in the field of drugs.
Summary
Social drug research
Psychological drug research
Biomedical drug research
Drug treatment
Chapter 1 - Cannabis in Europe: social research studies on dynamics in perception, policy and markets
1. Introduction: focus on cannabis
2. Cannabis and schizophrenia
3. Cannabis and youth
4. Cannabis dependence and marijuana potency
5. Changing cannabis policies
6. Domestic cannabis cultivation
7. Cannabis retail markets
8. Drug prevention for vulnerable young people
9. Vocal cannabis users
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Chapter 2 - Drug research: recent signals from the psychological field
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