Book Review July 31, 2008

Substance Use Disorders: A Practical Guide, 2nd ed

Matthew A. Becker, MD

J Clin Psychiatry 2008;69(7):1194

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Substance Use Disorders: A Practical Guide, second edition,by Stuart Gitlow, is one of several books in the successfulPractical Guides in Psychiatry series. In this wonderful andhighly accessible book, Dr. Gitlow conveys a formidable understandingof substance use disorders and genuine compassion forthose who suffer from these devastating illnesses. He writeswith wit, clarity, and impressive literary acumen that facilitateboth an enjoyable and an informative read.’ ‹