The Economics of Addictive Behaviours Volume III: The Private and Social Costs of the Abuse of Illicit...

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John Joshua

The Economics of Addictive Behaviours Volume III

The Private and Social Costs of the Abuse of Illicit Drugs and Their Remedies

John Joshua

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Springer International Publishing AG
12 May 2018

Social welfare & social services; Regional government; Health economics; Welfare economics; Health psychology

This title offers an in-depth analysis of the causes, consequences and treatments of illicit drug abuse. The author examines the effects of existing drug policies and proposes drug use legalisation within a regulated market as a viable alternative. Joshua assesses the factors that make individuals vulnerable to drug abuse and the pathways they may follow. As well as exploring the physical and psychological effects on the individual, Joshua examines the social and economic consequences for society. He highlights the pitfalls of a purely legal approach to drug abuse, which is primarily a health matter, and questions whether special drugs courts could be used as an alternative to the present criminal justice system. This book adds to the debate on whether most drugs could be sold in a regulated market in the same way as other drugs are, such as alcohol or nicotine.

This is the third title in a four volume series ‘The Economics of Addictive Behaviours’, consisting of threeadditional volumes on smoking, alcohol abuse and overeating.

By: John Joshua
Imprint: Springer International Publishing AG
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2017
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
Weight: 1.956kg
ISBN: 9783319865553
ISBN 10: 3319865552
Pages: 135
Publication Date: 12 May 2018
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Causes of the Abuse of Illicit Drugs.- Chapter 3. The Consequences of the Use of Illicit Drugs and Their Associated Private and Social Costs.- Chapter 4. The Use of Illicit Drugs and Quality of Life.- Chapter 5. The Prevention and Treatment of the Abuse of Illicit Drugs.- Chapter 6. Economic Policies to Reduce the Abuse of Illicit Drugs.- Chapter 7. The Legal Framework of the Abuse of Illicit Drugs.- Chapter 8. Conclusion.

John Joshua taught Economics to undergraduates and postgraduates in Melbourne, Australia, and China for many years. He holds PhDs in Sociology, Education and Economics, and his research interests are in the economic, educational, and psycho-social transformation of developing economies.