Drug Use and Misuse

Stephen A. Maisto is a professor of psychology at Syracuse University. Engaged in research, teaching, clinical practice and clinical training in the assessment and treatment of the substance-use disorders for over 30 years, Dr. Maisto has published over 150 articles, 25 book chapters and several books on substance use and the substance-use disorders. He is a member of the American Psychological Association, Association for Psychological Science, Research Society on Alcoholism and the Association for Behavior and Cognitive Therapies. After receiving a Ph.D. in experimental psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he completed a postdoctoral respecialization in clinical psychology at George Peabody College of Vanderbilt University.

Taking an interdisciplinary approach in its coverage of current drug issues, Maisto/Galizio/Connors' DRUG USE AND MISUSE, 9th Edition, weaves historical, social, psychological, cultural, biological and medical perspectives as it emphasizes the idea that a drug's effects depend not only on its properties, but also on the psychological and biological characteristics of its user. Thoroughly updated with the latest research, social trends and legal changes, the new edition includes current survey data on patterns of drug use nationally and internationally as well as recent data from the Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality and the National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Timely essays and critical thinking questions help you focus on the real-world application of chapter concepts, while the MindTap digital learning solution equips you with anywhere, anytime study tools.