Alcohol, Crime and Public Health 1st Edition

Grab attention with a vital resource that reframes how we understand alcohol-related harm. Alcohol, Crime and Public Health (1st Edition) by Dorothy Newbury-Birch and Jennifer Ferguson offers a rigorous, readable examination of the intersection between alcohol consumption, criminal behaviour and health policy — essential reading for practitioners, policymakers and researchers across the UK, Europe and beyond.

This book maps the evidence linking alcohol to violent and non-violent offending, explores the epidemiology of alcohol-related harm, and explains why a public-health approach can reduce crime and improve community safety. Drawing on contemporary studies and real-world examples, it unpacks prevention strategies, multi-agency partnerships, policing initiatives and legal frameworks that work in diverse settings — from urban centres in the United Kingdom to community programmes internationally.

For public health professionals, criminal justice practitioners, local government officials and students, this title provides practical insights and actionable recommendations. You’ll find clear analysis of intervention effectiveness, policy implications for the NHS and justice systems, and guidance on designing targeted, cost-effective programmes that protect vulnerable populations.

Whether you’re shaping local alcohol policies, evaluating treatment pathways, or teaching the next generation of public health leaders, this authoritative text equips you with the evidence and tools to make informed decisions. Accessible yet scholarly, it balances academic rigour with real-world relevance.

Order your copy of Alcohol, Crime and Public Health (1st Edition) today to strengthen policy, improve outcomes and contribute to safer, healthier communities locally and globally.

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