Personality Characteristics of Heroin Addicts: A Review of the Empirical Literature with Critique—Part I
- 1 January 1979
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in International Journal of the Addictions
- Vol. 14 (4) , 513-532
- https://doi.org/10.3109/10826087909054599
Abstract
The empirical literature on personality characteristics of heroin addicts is reviewed. Studies using projective techniques, attribution theory, measures of needs, values, traits, and self-report inventories are summarized as they relate to heroin addicts. Summary statements are included in each section.Keywords
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