Introduction to Serials Work for Library Technicians

This text provides a comprehensive overview of psychological approaches to understanding addictions. Without denying the importance of biological Factors, Emphasis Is Placed More Upon Social, Psychological And Emotional factors as is necessary to a complete understanding of addiction. Within this framework, an addiction is not limited to substance-based behaviours such as drinking alcohol, smoking or drug use. Although these important areas are covered, a wider perspective is taken to include behavioural addictions such as gambling, violence and joy riding. Finally, prevention approaches are discussed with reference to the public health model which encompasses issues relating to the agent, the host and the environment. A list of resources and references is provided for those wishing to obtain further information.; Written in a jargon-free style, "The Psychology of Addiction" is aimed at students at the beginning of their courses. It should also be a valuable resource for professionals: nurses, social workers, police and probation officers and medical students, who often encounter the problems described in the book.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction to Serials Work What Is a Serial? Common Characteristics of Serials Problems with Serials Chapter 2. Acquisitions How to Find Out About Serials Acquisition of a Serial Finding Bibliographic Information for Serials Verification Chapter 3. Ordering Information Needed for Ordering Types of Orders Chapter 4. Receipt and Check-In of Serials Paper, CD-ROM, Microfiche, or Microfilm Format Series Principles of the Check-In System Information Generally Found in a Check-In System Recording Holdings Information Chapter 5. Cataloging Problems with the Full Cataloging of Serials Alternatives to Cataloging Cataloging Serials Cataloging Internet Serials Cataloging Standards Chapter 6. Organization and Shelving Arrangements Shelving Policies Types of Shelving How to Shelve Chapter 7. Claims Reasons for Placing Claims Placing Claims When to Claim Chapter 8. Binding Factors to Consider Before Binding Preparing for Binding Chapter 9. Renewals Renewal Terminology Handling Renewals Chapter 10. Cessations Title Changes Cancellations Chapter 11. Automation Advantages of Automation Disadvantages of Automation Chapter 12. New Technology Archiving Storage Equipment Check-In Access Glossary Index Reference Notes Included