Understanding Street Drugs: A Handbook of Substance Misuse for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals
Abstract
and criminal justice programmes for substance misusers. Bennett and Holloway report that the interventions offering high dosage (in terms of methadone prescrip- tion) and high intensity supervision appear more effective. In concluding the text, the authors reflect not only on what is known regarding the relationship between drugs and crime, but also upon the deficits that exist in crucial knowledge and understanding on this matter. Bennett and Holloway conclude that there is 'no doubt that drug use and crime are connected' (p. 158) but without detailed research into the nature of the relationship, it is not possible to decipher why nor, in turn, develop effective strategies to target this problem. This book is very detailed and comprehensive in its review of what is currently a highly contentious debate. The authors adopt a style of breaking the issues down into smaller sections providing the reader with an element of clarity and under- standing in what is a minefield of often conflicting information. The book will appeal to both students and practitioners alike through its discussions of theory, research and practice issues. It is my view that this book will prompt many a reader to question their beliefs and understanding