Theory of AddictionThe word ‘addiction’ these days is used to refer to a chronic condition where there is an When you look at the evidence, you see that all these positions capture important aspects of The first edition was well received: ‘Throughout the book the reader is exposed to a vast number of useful observations...The ‘The book provides a comprehensive review of existing theories - over 30 in all - and this the field, a more developed specification of PRIME theory and analysis of the expanding evidence base. With this important new information, Theory of Addiction will continue to be essential reading for all those working in addiction, from student to experienced practitioner – as urged above, Read and learn! |
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... increases and reductions in availability can influence the prevalence of addiction and why some medicines can help addicts recover without appearing to provide any of the functions provided by the addictive behaviour. Given that ...
... increase in drive to engage in the addictive behaviour. This is an empirical matter and is probably best avoided in the definition of the phenomenon. Additionally the focus on impaired control rather than the force causing the ...
... increased amounts to reproduce the effects originally produced by smaller doses. A habitual or compulsive involvement in an activity, such as gambling. (The American Heritage Science Dictionary) The condition of being abnormally ...
... increased tolerance, and may be associated with a biological predisposition to addiction. (1) A physiologic, physical, or psychological state of dependency on a substance—or pattern of compulsive use, which is characterised by tolerance ...
... increased swallowing, increased heart rate, and sweating perhaps. They may become obsessed with thinking about alcohol and perhaps anticipate the pleasure and relief that will come from a large swig of whisky. 20 □ Chapter 2 So ...
Contents
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addiction as choice | 41 |
3 The Selfmedication Model of addiction | 50 |
Irrational illinformed choice and unstable preferences | 60 |
Addiction as the exercise of choice based on desires | 87 |
Contents | 95 |
Addiction habit and instrumental learning | 114 |
Addiction in populations and comprehensive theories | 136 |
Development of a comprehensive theory | 152 |
A synthetic theory of motivation | 192 |
A theory of addiction | 229 |
Index | 257 |