Amphetamine and Its Analogs : Psychopharmacology, Toxicology, and Abuse – Hardcover

Much of the research concerning amphetamine and its derivatives has been directed at elucidating the mechanisms underlying the abuse liability. Further, the research points to apparent psychopathological disorders induced or precipitated by such abuse. In this volume, reviews by established investigators address different aspects of the chemistry, pharmacology, behavior, and toxicology of amphetamine and its analogs, summarizing past findings and indicating new directions of study. Includes an examination of amphetamine abuse in the US and Japan. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.