The Alcohol Report by Free Association Books Free Association Books

The Alcohol Report

Alcohol is the most widely used psychoactive drug worldwide. Most people drink moderately without harm, but some consume alcohol in ways that cause problems for themselves or others. Extensive research now offers a balanced understanding of alcohol’s impact.

The Alcohol Report provides a clear, authoritative overview of key topics related to alcohol consumption and related issues. It is designed for medical professionals, social workers, counselors, and staff in both specialist and general support roles. The book also serves police, prison staff, beverage industry workers, students, civil servants, and policymakers who encounter alcohol-related challenges.

This resource is valuable for individuals with personal experience of alcohol problems, including drinkers and their families. It delivers reliable, user-friendly information covering:

• Positive and negative effects of alcohol
• Impact of heavy drinking during pregnancy
• Causes of alcohol-related problems
• National and international trends in consumption and issues
• Economics of the alcohol market and associated costs
• Harm minimization and health promotion strategies
• Treatment, support, and counseling options, including psychological therapies, home detoxification, and complementary approaches

Contributors are experienced researchers, clinicians, educators, and industry experts, including Colin Bennie, Ian Davidson, Henk Garretsen, Eileen Goddard, Kathryn Graham, Nick Heather, Ron McKechnie, Moira Plant, Eric Single, Diwakar Sukul, Bruce Ritson, Anthony Thorley, Christine Thornton, Chris Thurman, and Linda Wright.