Introduction to the special issue of Substance Use and Misuse on substance misuse and aggression.

摘要

The evidence is clear and substantial. The acute use of alcohol/drugs and interpersonal aggression readily mix. Many drugs are related to violent behavior and some provide insight into possible mechanisms. The list of drugs implicated is very inclusive and if case reports are considered, even some anti anxiety drugs list relevant pharmacopia warnings of increased aggression. (Pihl & Sutton, 2009, p. 1188)So, the editors have attempted to bring together a number of articles by distinguished and experienced scientists working in this area of investigation that address this relationship from various perspectives. Their charge was not only to report some of the best works being done but also to point the way toward better avenues of investigation or intervention. The works of the authors have more than met the highest expectations of the editors and we believe that this special issue makes a significant contribution to the field. So well wrought and comprehensive are the works of the authors that the editors are at a loss as to how to best introduce this special issue for fear of not doing their work justice.