Published July, 2011
By Mark Dickerson and John O'Connor
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Series: International Research Monographs in the Addictions
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'If thinking about addiction is going to change, the study of excessive gambling is likely to be one of the richest sources of new ideas' (Jim Orford). This book presents a research-based model of impaired control. Impaired control is considered to be the basis of all addictive behaviours, especially gambling.

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Published July, 2011
By Sue Eckstein
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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The sixth edition of the Manual for Research Ethics Committees was first published in 2003, and is a unique compilation of legal and ethical guidance which will prove useful for members of research ethics committees, researchers involved in research with humans, members of the pharmaceutical industry and students of law, medicine, ethics and philosophy.

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Published July, 2011
By Ralph Carmel and Donald W. Jacobsen
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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In this 2001 book a multidisciplinary team of experts in the field give a clear analysis of the biochemistry, genetics, epidemiology, clinical settings, causes, impact and treatment of homocysteine disorders. This is a unusually comprehensive account of the broad range of medical implications of homocysteine.

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Published July, 2011
By Ian Dowbiggin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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The incidence of mental and emotional illness continues to rise; yet as Ian Dowbiggin shows, the quest for happiness continues. Dowbiggin argues that this trend will persist as long as the cultures of consumerism and therapism continue to hold sway over the hearts and minds of people around the world.

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Published July, 2011
By Ian Dowbiggin
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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The incidence of mental and emotional illness continues to rise; yet as Ian Dowbiggin shows, the quest for happiness continues. Dowbiggin argues that this trend will persist as long as the cultures of consumerism and therapism continue to hold sway over the hearts and minds of people around the world.

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Published July, 2011
By Francis Creed, Peter Henningsen and Per Fink
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Medically unexplained symptoms are the fifth most common reason for visits to doctors in the USA, and form one of the most expensive diagnostic categories in Europe. This authoritative text defines international best practice. An important resource for psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, primary care doctors and those responsible for health policy.

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Published July, 2011
By S. R. Pandi-Perumal, S.R. Pandi-Perumal, Robert W. McCarley, Birendra Nath Mallick, Adrian R. Morrison and Birendra N. Mallick
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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This volume provides comprehensive coverage of a broad range of topics in REM sleep biology. World renowned researchers are brought together to discuss past and current research developments and to build the foundation for future studies. An invaluable resource, essential reading for all involved in sleep research and clinical practice.

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Published July, 2011
By Fred H. Previc
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Dopamine is the most widely studied of all neurotransmitters in the human brain. In this text, Fred Previc puts forth a provocative evolutionary theory, positing that high levels of dopamine account for all major aspects of uniquely human behaviour, including abstract intelligence, creativity, exploration, religious behaviour and left-hemispheric thought.

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Published July, 2011
By Charles Vacanti, Scott Segal, Pankaj Sikka, Richard Urman, Richard D. Urman, Mark Dershwitz and Charles A. Vacanti
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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A state-of-the-art anesthesia textbook for practitioners and trainees, Essential Clinical Anesthesia provides the reader with rapid access to comprehensive, succinct knowledge from experts in the field. All clinical topics of relevance to anesthesiology are organized into more than 180 concise chapters - perfect for preparing for board review and recertification exams.

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Published July, 2011
By Alec Buchanan and Michael A. Norko
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Written reports are central to forensic psychiatric practice and are regularly required in other areas of psychiatry. This book provides a theoretical background to psychiatric writing in legal contexts and a practical guide to preparing the report, including in criminal and civil litigation, civil commitment hearings and child custody proceedings.

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