Drugs Across the Spectrum 9th edition by Goldberg

Drugs Across the Spectrum, 9th edition by Goldberg, examines psychoactive substances from scientific, behavioral, social, and public policy perspectives. Intended for courses on drugs, behavior, health, or society, this Cengage text covers legal and illegal drugs, patterns of use, dependence, treatment, prevention, and the ways culture and law influence drug-related decisions. Students are introduced to drug classifications, effects on the body and mind, risk factors, and contemporary debates. The ninth edition supports a balanced understanding of substance use by combining accessible explanations with real-world issues students are likely to encounter.