The Tenth Edition of Drugs and Society clearly illustrates the impact of drug use and abuse on the lives of ordinary people and provides students with a realistic perspective of drug-related problems in our society. Written in an objective and user-friendly manner, this best-selling text continues to captivate students by incorporating personal drug use and abuse experiences and perspectives th...(view full description)

This widely used and respected book presents an active, multisensory approach to group leading, focusing heavily on group leadership skills. While written with the counselor in mind, GROUP COUNSELING: STRATEGIES AND SKILLS, 7th Edition also provides an outstanding discussion of group dynamics for professionals in group leadership positions. The authors discuss the many facets of group counselin...(view full description)

This Handbook mirrors the leading national guides to prescribing. The safe and effective use of medicine requires a sound knowledge of pharmacology. As readers use this practical book, they will increase their knowledge.

Finding out that a child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can put an enormous strain on families, and the quality of support offered by professionals at this time can make a huge difference to how they adjust to the news. This book sets out the type of support that is most beneficial to families immediately following an ASD diagnosis.

A guide to safe anesthesia practices in dentistry. It the advances in science, instrumentation, and pain control techniques. It provides coverage of key anesthesia topics, including specific hazards and errors in technique that may result in complications.

Using a detailed, heavily illustrated, step-by-step approach, this guide helps you master the fundamentals and procedures of restorative and preventive dentistry and learn to make informed decisions to solve patient needs. It draws from both theory and practice, and is supported by extensive clinical and laboratory research.

Offers readers the information they require to gain an understanding of microbiology as it relates to modern dental practice. This book covers the principles of general microbiology and is followed by an account of basic immunology. It addresses mechanisms of disease, concentrating on the micro-organisms that are relevant to the dentist.

Everything you need to know when prescribing and administering 1,000 of the drugs most often used in medical practice The Scut Monkey Drug Manual! Organized alphabetically by generic drug name Common uses, mechanisms of action, dosages (adult and pediatric), precautions/contraindications, form supplied, and notes/common side effects Summaries of the FDA's "Blackbox" precautions and contraindica...(view full description)

Focuses on how mindfulness can deepen the therapeutic relationship. This book demonstrates how therapists' own mindfulness practice can help them to listen more attentively and be more fully present.