Cannabis Use and Dependence: Public Health and Public Policy

by Wayne Hall and Rosalie Liccardo Pacula

Book Overview

Exploring the relationship between health policy, public health and the law regarding the controversial use of cannabis, this study assesses the impact of illegality in drug use and compares it with the policies of the U.S., Europe and Australia as well as other developed societies. Current debates about safe use and harm minimization approaches are evaluated, as well as the experiences of differing prevention, treatment and education policies. Written...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 052180468X
• ISBN13: 9780521804684
• Release Date: June 2010
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"