Harm Reduction in Substance Use and High-Risk Behaviour

"Overall this book is a very good read for thoseinterested in addiction issues and could be used as an excellentreference book for future policy making in harmreduction." ( Irish Journal of PsychologicalMedicine , 1 October 2013)

Taken overall in the context of its strengths and shortcomings,and as one of the few textbooks of its kind, it is a welcomeresource for the field of harm reduction. We would recommend thisbook to those unfamiliar with the discipline, particularlyindividuals entering academia and those interested in advocacy andpolicy. Many sections can be read as stand-alone pieces, to helpthe reader develop an understanding of fundamental concepts beforedelving further into research. It is especially valuable if one isinterested in harm reduction with respect to the UKcontex." ( Drug & Alcohol Review , 15September 2013)

"Taken overall in the context of its strengths and shortcomings, and as one of the few textbooks of its kind, it is a welcome resource for the field of harm reduction. We would recommend this book to those unfamiliar with the discipline, particularly individuals entering academia and those interested in advocacy and policy. Many sections can be read as stand-alone pieces, to help the reader develop an understanding of fundamental concepts before delving further into research. It is especially valuable if one is interested in harm reduction with respect to the UK contex." ( Drug & Alcohol Review , 15 September 2013)