Explore the complex world of Drugs, the Brain, and Behavior in this essential third edition. Dr. Brick offers a comprehensive guide to the pharmacology of therapeutics and drug use disorders, delving into the brain’s intricate mechanisms. Discover historic discoveries, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and the profound impact of mood-altering drugs on cognition, behavior, and emotion. This edition features new insights into abuse and dependence, the medical applications of drugs like cannabinoids, and a crucial chapter on biobehavioral markers for diagnosis. With engaging illustrations, tables, and formulas, this book provides a lasting introduction to the brain-behavior relationship. An invaluable resource for students, nurses, psychologists, counselors, physicians, and healthcare professionals seeking to understand addiction and therapeutics.