Download or read book Diversity Issues in Substance Abuse Treatment and Research written by Sana Loue and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-06-02 with total page 235 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this textbook, the author defines what is meant by diversity and reviews what we know today about the effects of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, cocaine and crack, hallucinogens and heroin. This is then put into a broader context by examining the development of policy with particular emphasis on those who were perceived to be the most fervent users of substance. This is a useful textbook for classes on substance abuse as well as for seasoned clinicians.