Main description:

A current survey and synthesis of the most important findings in our understanding of the neurobiological mechanisms of addiction is detailed in our Neurobiology of Addiction series, each volume addressing a specific area of addiction. Nicotine and Marijuana, Volume 3 in the Neurobiology of Addiction series, explores the molecular, cellular and systems in the brain responsible for both nicotine and marijuana addiction. This volume includes thorough descriptions of the physiological effects and behavioral effects of nicotine and marijuana addiction. The authors clearly define the neurobiological effects into three distinct steps: Binge/Intoxication Stage, Withdrawal/Negative Affect Stage and last the Preoccupation/Anticipation Stage.

Contents:

Section 1: Nicotine 1. Definitions 2. History of Nicotine Use 3. Mechanism of Action- Acetylcholine Receptors 4. Physiological Effects 5. Behavioral Effects 6. Pharmacokinetics 7. Behavioral Mechanism of Action 8. Medical Uses, Abuse, and Addiction 9. Neurobiological Effects 10. Summary

Section 2: Cannabinoids 11. Definitions 12. History of Cannabinoid Use 13. Mechanism of Action-Endocannabinoids 14. Physiological Effects? 15. Behavioral Effects 16. Pharmacokinetics 17. Behavioral Mechanism of Action 18. Use, Abuse, and Addiction 19. Neurobiological Effects 20. Summary