Heroin Addiction and The British System: Volume I Origins and Evolution

Presenting a comprehensive account of the development of policies and treatments, Heroin Addiction and the British System brings together the perspectives of policy makers, practitioners and social commentators. The book contributes to a proper understanding of how policy and practice has evolved so that lessons for future policy and practice may be identified.

Volume I  focuses on the evolution of the drugs problem in the UK, examining the social and economic consequences from historical and contemporary perspectives. It is a unique source of reference for students, researchers, healthcare professionals and drug agencies both in the UK and overseas.