Drugs the Brain and Behavior 3rd Edition

Drugs the Brain and Behavior 3rd Edition

Drugs the Brain and Behavior, 3rd Edition by John Brick provides a comprehensive study of how drugs influence the brain, behavior, and overall human cognition. The book explains the pharmacology of therapeutics and sheds light on drug use disorders, drug abuse, and drug dependence. Covering both clinical pharmacology and neuropharmacology, it brings together knowledge of the nervous system, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology to illustrate how psychoactive drugs, mood-altering drugs, and other addictive drugs affect emotion and behavior.

With clear illustrations, structured tables, and easy-to-follow formulas, the text makes complex topics accessible for students, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, physicians, and other health care professionals. It also addresses recent insights into neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin, and glutamate, along with discussions on biobehavioral markers and their role in diagnosis of disorders.

Key Benefits

• Detailed coverage of drug classifications, therapeutic drugs, and their medical uses
• Explains mechanisms of synaptic transmission and brain function in relation to substance use disorders
• Highlights addiction treatment, withdrawal, tolerance, and relapse patterns
• Balanced mix of clinical practice knowledge and academic resource material for exam preparation
• Includes recent updates in behavioral neuroscience and cognitive neuroscience
• Serves as a trusted textbook for medical curriculum, postgraduate students, and reference in university libraries and hospital use
• Available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook formats

Price in Pakistan

The book is available in Pakistan at an affordable cost.
Price variations across platforms include PKR 650 for the black and white edition and PKR 1300 for the matt paper edition.

Availability

The latest updated edition is stocked at Books N Beyond and other leading Pakistan booksellers. Readers can buy online with home delivery, cash on delivery, or choose nationwide delivery with fast delivery services. Both authentic books and imported books are available through trusted sellers. Options include discount offers, order now, and online availability for students and professionals.