ADDICTIONS AND PSYCHOACTIVE SUBSTANCES IN THE PRACTICE OF A PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN

In today's world, where stress and pressure are commonplace, more and more people are turning to psychoactive substances, seeking relief or oblivion. Primary care physicians, as the first point of contact for patients with various ailments, play a key role in the recognition and treatment of addictions. This book is an invaluable aid for doctors who want to effectively help their patients in the fight against addiction.

• Comprehensive knowledge of addictions and psychoactive substances.
• Practical tips on recognizing symptoms and diagnosing addictions.
• Information on pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment.
• Support in making decisions about further treatment of the patient.
• Up-to-date information on the etiology and pathogenesis of diseases.
• Simplified description of symptoms and clinical picture.

The book "Addictions and psychoactive substances in the practice of a primary care physician" is the third publication in a series prepared under the direction of Prof. Marek Jarema, former national consultant in the field of psychiatry. The authors undertook the task of creating a publication that would support primary care physicians in their daily practice. The knowledge contained in the book will help you decide whether to treat the patient yourself or refer them to a psychiatrist.

In addition to the necessary information on the etiology and pathogenesis of diseases, a simplified description of the symptoms and clinical picture, basic information on pharmacological treatment and a description of non-pharmacological measures (e.g. psychotherapy), the reader will find definitions, a discussion of the principles of prevention and jurisprudence. This publication is an invaluable source of knowledge for every primary care physician who wants to effectively help their patients in the fight against addiction.

PZWL Publishing House, known for its high-quality medical publications, guarantees the reliability and timeliness of the information contained in the book. The 235x165 mm format and paperback binding make the book handy and easy to use. The number of pages (160) ensures a comprehensive discussion of the topic, and the year of publication (2018) guarantees the timeliness of the data presented.

This book is an essential tool for every primary care physician who wants to effectively help their patients in the fight against addiction. Thanks to it, the doctor will be able to quickly and effectively recognize the problem, make the right therapeutic decisions and refer the patient to an appropriate specialist, if necessary. Investing in this book is an investment in the health and well-being of patients.