Novel Psychoactive Substances: Classification, Pharmacology and
Toxicology provides readers with background on the classification,
detection, supply and availability of novel psychoactive substances,
otherwise known as "legal highs." This book also covers individual
classes of novel psychoactive substances that have recently emerged onto
the recreational drug scene and provides an overview of the pharmacology
of the substance followed by a discussion of the acute and chronic harm
or toxicity associated with the substance. Written by international
experts in the field, this multi-authored book is a valuable reference
for scientists, clinicians, academics, and regulatory and law
enforcement professionals.