A primer of drug action (A Series of books in psychology)

A PRIMER OF DRUG ACTION takes an objective look at the major classes of psychoactive drugs and their effects on the body, brain, and behavior. An expert in the medical pharmacology, Robert M. Julien gives thorough treatment to the actions, uses, limitations, and side effects of drugs that affect the central nervous system, Sedatives, tranquilizers, stimulants, opiates, alcohol, marijuana, and psychedelics are covered in detail, in a style allowing readers to come to their own conclusions about the social and moral issues involved in drug use and abuse. New in this edition: * Update on PCP and its abuse * Revised chapter on psychedelic drugs * Expanded chapter on drug abuse education * New appendix discussing the side affects and toxicities of oral contraceptives