Addiction and therapy Books

Book SynopsisLeadership in Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention blends the wisdom of numerous long-term professionals addressing drug and alcohol issues with helpful strategies and current science. Organized around the Pyramid of Success that emphasizes Competence, Confidence, and Commitment, this book offers practical and grounded approaches for better addressing substance abuse issues. Included are insights from 50 contributors, featuring professional perspectives from practitioners with decades of experience. While issues of substance abuse are not readily solved or cured, they can be better addressed more effectively, more efficiently, and more appropriately. This timely resource offers a unique blend of science-based strategies and resourceful foundations for implementation.Designed for those working either directly or indirectly with problems associated with substance use disorders, this book will aid those in a wide variety of settings, whether in schoolTrade Review"In a time when America has lost its way and drug/alcohol misuse has become normal, Professor Anderson's book not only reminds the reader about the serious consequences of abuse, but he also provides a clear and important message to those who need to stand up and be responsible." Bill Alden, chairman and CEO, Drug Enforcement Administration Educational Foundation; retired DEA Special Agent, Former Deputy Director for DARE America "At last! A book about substance abuse that recognizes the need for a comprehensive community approach addressing prevention, intervention and treatment, and a system-wide approach, incorporating youth and adult prevention organizations, law enforcement, the courts, education and awareness programs, treatment and legislation. Dr. Anderson recognizes that success in dealing with problems associated with alcohol and other drug use depends on incorporating a wide variety of community actors, and the experience they have gained over the years."Jim Wright, high school teacher and coach; probation officer, Juvenile and Drug Offenders; program manager, Youth Impaired Driving Programs, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), U.S. Department of Transportation (retired)"This book is a wonderful foundational read offering immediately implementable approaches for those addressing drug and alcohol issues. Its concrete framework examines essential elements for preventionists, counselors, educators, policymakers and advocates. Its practical approach incorporates the wisdom of those with long-term experience in the alcohol and drug abuse field and other fields of study. This insightful overview provides insights for improving communication, management, evaluation, and planning – all necessary for making a substantive and sustaining difference." John K. Kriger, MSM, LCADC, leader of state and national efforts with alcohol and drug abuse, including directing the New Jersey Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse; adjunct faculty, Rutgers School of Alcohol Studies; trainer with CADCATable of ContentsList of FiguresList of Professional ArticlesAbout the AuthorInterviewees: Long-Term AdvocatesPrefaceIntroductionPart I. Competence 1: Understanding the Nature of the Concern: Individual Perspectives 2: Understanding the Nature of the Concern: Environmental Perspectives 3: Why Be Concerned? 4: Foundational Factors 5: Skills for Treatment and Recovery 6: Skills for Prevention and Education Part II. Confidence 7: Helpful Processes 8: Resourceful Approaches 9: Personal and Professional Strategies Part III. Commitment 10: Leadership and Advocacy within an Evolving Societal Context 11: Believing in and Taking Care of Yourself 12: Vision for The Future Index

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Book SynopsisThis acclaimed clinical guide, now substantially revised and updated, has helped thousands of clinicians put the proven principles of harm reduction into practice with therapy clients who have substance use problems. Written by pioneers in the field, the book shows how to do effective therapeutic work with people still using alcohol or other drugs. It provides clear guidelines for conducting comprehensive assessments, making collaborative treatment decisions, and implementing interventions that combine motivational, cognitive-behavioral, and psychodynamic strategies. The focus is reducing drug-related harm while also addressing co-occurring psychological and emotional difficulties. Detailed clinical illustrations are featured throughout. New to This Edition *Reflects over a decade of research advances and the tremendous growth of harm reduction clinical practice and training. *Section on applications, with chapters on community-based settings, harm reduction groups, Trade Review"This pioneering book presents an integrated, realistic psychotherapeutic approach for individuals with substance use problems. The second edition develops the treatment model in great detail and provides a wide range of valuable harm reduction resources--for example, guidelines for combining psychotherapy with medication for patients with serious comorbidity. An excellent practical reference for general mental health practitioners and addiction specialists."--Linda C. Sobell, PhD, ABPP, President's Distinguished Professor, and Mark B. Sobell, PhD, ABPP, President's Distinguished Professor, College of Psychology, Nova Southeastern University "The substance abuse treatment community in the United States ignored this evidence-based approach for way too long. This important book shows how practitioners can treat clients at the precise point where they are capable of making changes. It features examples, case studies, and valuable information on applying harm reduction principles in group work, supervision, and other contexts, in addition to individual psychotherapy. This is a 'must read' for anyone in the field of addictive disorders."--Robert J. Meyers, PhD, Emeritus Research Associate Professor of Psychology, University of New Mexico; Director, Robert J. Meyers, PhD, and Associates "The second edition of Practicing Harm Reduction Psychotherapy is a book whose time has come. Harm reduction is finally recognized as a basic concept that needs to inform the treatment of all clients with substance use problems, particularly those who have co-occurring disorders. Denning and Little clearly position harm reduction as a current, integrated, nondogmatic, client-centered treatment approach."--Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner, PhD, LCSW, Silver School of Social Work, New York University "Denning and Little have earned an international reputation for their research and clinical practice. Highlighting the principle of 'doing patients no harm,' the authors explain the theoretical background of harm reduction psychotherapy and describe how to conduct it. The book is packed with vivid, intriguing examples. I recommend it to a broad readership of mental health professionals and students."--Hendrik G. Roozen, PhD, Novadic-Kentron Treatment Services and Erasmus University Medical Center, The Netherlands-Table of ContentsI. Setting the Stage 1. Why Practice Harm Reduction Psychotherapy? 2. What Is Harm Reduction Psychotherapy and Whom Is It For? II. Harm Reduction Psychotherapy as an Integrated Treatment 3. Assessment as Treatment 4. Developing a Treatment Plan 5. The Fundamentals of Harm Reduction Psychotherapy 6. The Psychodynamic Matrix of Harm Reduction Psychotherapy 7. Motivational and Cognitive-Behavioral Contributions to Harm Reduction Psychotherapy 8. The Role of Biology in Harm Reduction Psychotherapy III. Applications 9. Harm Reduction Psychotherapy in Community-Based Settings 10. Harm Reduction Psychotherapy in Groups 11. The Power of Connection: Working with Families and Friends of Drug Users 12. What Does It Take to Practice Harm Reduction Psychotherapy? Appendix A. Differential Diagnosis Appendix B. Harm Reduction Supervision, Edith Springer Appendix C. Additional Resources Appendix D. Recommended Readings

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Book SynopsisA unique clinical resource, this book shows how to infuse the methods and spirit of motivational interviewing (MI) into group-based interventions. The authors demonstrate how the four processes of MI with individuals translate into group contexts. They explain both the challenges and the unique benefits of MI groups, guiding practitioners to build the skills they need to lead psychoeducational, psychotherapeutic, and support groups successfully. A wealth of clinical examples are featured. Chapters by contributing authors present innovative group applications targeting specific problems: substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, chronic health conditions, weight management, adolescent risk behaviors, intimate partner violence, and sexual offending. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series, edited by Stephen Rollnick, William R. Miller, and Theresa B. Moyers.Trade Review"Wagner and Ingersoll do a masterful job of showing how to integrate the spirit, strategies, and concepts of MI into group work in a consistent and credible manner. They describe in detail how to deal with the needs and perspectives of multiple group members while promoting the process of change for both individuals and the group. The book is filled with practical suggestions, scientific studies, and the rich experiences of pioneering practitioners who are integrating MI into different types of groups. The breadth and depth of the coverage is impressive, and the practical examples of interactions very helpful. This book should be required reading for anyone considering doing MI in groups."--Carlo C. DiClemente, PhD, ABPP, Department of Psychology (Emeritus), University of Maryland, Baltimore County "Wagner and Ingersoll succeed in answering a question that practitioners of all stripes have been asking for 20 years: 'How do we do MI in groups?' Bringing to bear their talents as researchers, practitioners, and trainers, the authors have woven a tapestry of art and science. This is a soup-to-nuts guide on how to start and run different types of MI groups, including a trove of advice from the contributing authors about applications for specific populations. A welcome addition to the MI literature."--David B. Rosengren, PhD, Prevention Research Institute, Lexington, Kentucky; member, Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers "This important book breaks new ground by comprehensively extending MI to group psychotherapy. It is particularly strong in its detailed suggestions about how to conduct MI groups, along with its interesting and informative case studies. Experienced and novice group therapists and MI practitioners can learn a great deal from this book."--Hal Arkowitz, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of Arizona; member, Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers "Wagner and Ingersoll are to be commended for providing this engaging, relevant, and comprehensive book. Including chapters by other well-recognized experts, the authors put forth evidence-based therapeutic recommendations and identify important considerations for MI group practice. The book offers specific guidelines for developing groups for a variety of target populations. As a trainer of group therapy, I was particularly impressed with the depth of group practice facilitation skills communicated; this is rare to find."--Rebecca R. MacNair-Semands, PhD, Senior Associate Director, Counseling Center, University of North Carolina at Charlotte "MI is about the therapist's attempts to mirror the client's own goals and desires, so that self-initiated change can begin. This book introduces a new kind of social mirroring for MI: the group setting. Through an insightful sequence of chapters, the book shows how peer interactions can assist in the change process. There are potential pitfalls--for example, group members might argue with rather than roll with each other's sticking points--but, fortunately, the book provides much practical information about how to focus and shape the group discourse for maximum utility. A rich blend of psychological insights is the result."--Kennon M. Sheldon, PhD, Department of Psychological Sciences, University of Missouri -Motivational Interviewing in Groups is a very worthy effort to disseminate information about a clinical technique that can be extremely helpful in working with resistant clients. The authors and their colleagues are to be commended for their dedication in working with people who are often underserved, overlooked, or even shunned by the provider community. They have obviously done a tremendous amount of work in developing and practicing their techniques, and they have accomplished a great deal in demonstrating how MI can be taken out of the consulting room and into the group room.--Journal of the Eastern Group Psychotherapy Society, 5/1/2016ƒƒThe outcomes for MI in groups show enhanced client accountability and group engagement. This book offers an exceedingly practical, accessible, and helpful roadmap to its use….As an instructive guide, this text not only affirms this method of practice in groups, but also offers a plethora of very helpful 'how-tos' with an array of client populations in a multitude of settings. Some of the most challenging clients who populate some of most complex groups are represented in this book. This amplifies this book’s relevance and utility….Prior to reading this book, my knowledge about MI was limited. After reading this book, I am interested in seeking training and integrating more of this into BSW and MSW curricula. Today's field is demanding it, and this book is a response to the yearning for greater knowledge and skills and the practical integration of different perspectives. I think this book belongs on the syllabi of clinical practice courses, group work courses, in social work and psychology programs. It is scholarly, accessible, and highly engaging. I have referred to it several times since first picking it up. I recommend this book to practitioners, teachers, field educators, and researchers. Field educators will find examples of interviewing questions that may provide ballast and comfort for anxious social work students who are looking for the words to say to their clients. This book comes at a much-needed time in the field, and I hope others will find it as useful as I do.--Social Work with Groups, 10/16/2013ƒƒAnyone who wants to develop an MI group or teach others to do so should consult Motivational Interviewing in Groups or adopt it as a textbook for his or her graduate class….Promises to be an important--perhaps even seminal--book that may usher group MI into its eventual heyday of research and practice.--PsycCRITIQUES, 8/28/2013Table of ContentsI. Foundations of Motivational Interviewing Groups 1. Introduction2. Therapeutic Groups 3. Overview of Motivational Interviewing 4. Blending Motivational Interviewing and Group Practice 5. The Evidence Base for Motivational Interviewing Groups II. Motivational Interviewing Groups in Practice 6. Designing Motivational Interviewing Groups 7. Implementing Motivational Interviewing Groups 8. Shaping Group Conversations 9. Phase I: Engaging the Group 10. Phase II: Exploring Perspectives 11. Phase III: Broadening Perspectives 12. Phase IV: Moving into Action III. Applications of Motivational Interviewing Groups 13. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Mandated Substance Abuse Clients, Sandra S. Downey and Wendy R. Johnson14. Motivational Interviewing-Transtheoretical Model Groups for Addictions, Mary Marden Velasquez, Nanette S. Stephens, and Kelli L. Drenner 15. Motivational Interviewing Empowerment Groups for Women with Addictions, Frances Jasiura, Winnie Hunt, and Cristine Urquhart 16. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Dually Diagnosed Patients, Steve Martino and Elizabeth J. Santa Ana17. Motivational Interviewing Groups for People with Chronic Health Conditions, Claire Lane, Susan Butterworth, and Linda Speck18. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Weight Management, Erin C. Dunn, Jacki Hecht, and Jonathan Krejci19. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Men with a History of Intimate Partner Violence, Ann Carden and Mark Farrall20. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Men with a History of Aggressive Sexual Behaviors, David S. Prescott and Marilyn Ross21. Motivational Interviewing Groups for Adolescents and Emerging Adults, Sarah W. Feldstein Ewing, Scott T. Walters, and John S. Baer

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Book SynopsisA widely adopted practitioner resource and course text, this book shows how to apply knowledge about behavior change in general -- and the stages-of-change model in particular -- to make substance abuse treatment more effective. The authors are leaders in the field who describe ways to tailor interventions for clients with varying levels of motivation or readiness to change. They draw on cutting-edge theory and research on the transtheoretical model to explain what works (and what doesn't work) at different stages of change. Rich clinical examples illustrate the whats, whys, and how-tos of using the stages-of-change model to inform treatment planning and intervention for individuals, groups, couples, and families. New to This Edition *Reflects the ongoing development of the stages-of-change model and research advances over the past decade. *Chapter on stage-based brief interventions in health care, social service, and community settings. *Group treatment chapter Trade Review"For over a decade, the stages-of-change model has created a paradigm shift in the conceptualization, design, and delivery of treatment services for substance use disorders. This updated volume reflects the ongoing evolution of the theoretical model and its ever-expanding clinical application. Particularly noteworthy is a completely revised chapter on group treatment and an intriguing new chapter on applications in health care and other settings. This book is both a valuable treatment guide for clinicians and an excellent classroom text for students."--Arnold M. Washton, PhD, Executive Director, Recovery Options, New York City and Princeton, New Jersey "This is a unique volume produced by leading experts in the addiction field. It presents key concepts related to the process of change and shows how they can inform treatment. The book is straightforward and highly readable, with engaging clinical examples."--Marc Galanter, MD, Director, Division of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, New York University School of Medicine "The path toward successful resolution of substance use problems is not an easy one. This book offers up-to-date research and clinical information focusing on processes of change when working with individuals with problematic substance use. The roadmap to change offered in this book can be used by a wide range of clinicians. Updates in the second edition address the current needs of the field and add to the utility of the book for clinicians, students, and instructors."--Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner, PhD, LCSW, Silver School of Social Work, New York University"I have been using this text for four years in my Treatment Delivery course. The text describes in detail the stages encountered in making any significant lifestyle change, and helps students conceptualize and understand the process of recovery. Students get valuable insights into how to plan interventions that assist clients to move from each stage of change to the next."--E. Michael Bartlinski, LCSW-C, Adjunct Professor of Human Services, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland (on the first edition)- A rock solid book. It deserves to be utilized in the best and most up-to-date addiction education programs. --Journal of Teaching in the Addictions, 1/9/2013ƒƒ A superb text that provides an excellent foundation for evidence-based practices for those clinicians who work in both administrative and clinical capacities with this challenging population. --Clinical Social Work Journal, 1/9/2013ƒƒ The transtheoretical model is enormously popular with practitioners and researchers in the addictions field....Readers now have an authoritative source on the clinical application of the transtheoretical model. --Journal of Studies on Alcohol, 1/9/2013ƒƒ More than just a 'how-to-do' manual—readers will find it to be more of a 'how to think' book....A useful, practical, and well-written guide for both students and professionals involved in the treatment of alcohol and other drug problems. Therapists will appreciate the many clinical case studies presented throughout the text. --Addiction, 1/9/2013ƒƒ This book is unique in the field of chemical dependency assessment and treatment since it is the first comprehensive application of Prochaska and DiClemente's therapeutic stages-of-change model to problems of substance abuse and treatment....Recommended for any library collecting literature on substance abuse treatment for the use of upper-division undergraduates through faculty and professionals. --Choice, 1/3/2002Table of Contents1. Background and Overview 2. The Stages of Change 3. Assessment 4. Treatment Planning 5. Individual Treatment 6. Group Treatment 7. Couple Treatment and Family Involvement 8. Populations with Special Needs: The Cases of Women and DUI Offenders 9. Relapse 10. Applications in Opportunistic Settings 11. Final Thoughts and Future Directions References Index

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Book SynopsisNot everyone who experiments with substance use or risky behavior becomes addicted, and many who are addicted have been able to recover. This authoritative book, now revised and updated, has given tens of thousands of professionals and students a state-of-the-art framework for understanding the journey both into and out of addiction. From Carlo C. DiClemente, codeveloper of the transtheoretical model (TTM), the book identifies the stages and processes involved in initiating, modifying, maintaining, or stopping any pattern of behavior. Grounded in extensive research, and illustrated with vivid case examples, the book shows how using the TTM can help overcome obstacles to change and make treatment and prevention more effective. New to This Edition *Incorporates 15 years of research advances, contemporary prevention and treatment approaches, and the ongoing development of the TTM. *Chapter on current developments in intervention research. *Expanded discussions of neTrade Review"This masterful book provides an overall framework for understanding how people take up addictions and how they move away from them. The second edition organizes a wealth of recent research about prevention, treatments, and biological and social influences. It puts knowledge about every aspect of psychosocial treatments for addictions at the reader's fingertips, and includes interesting, relevant case studies. DiClemente is an excellent writer with a relaxed and engaging style and a passion for his subject. This is an invaluable resource for college courses on addictions--I can't wait to use it in my classes."--Theresa B. Moyers, PhD, Department of Psychology, University of New Mexico "Addiction and Change, Second Edition, incorporates the considerable body of addiction-related research that has accumulated over the last dozen years. DiClemente presents an important integration of many areas of research and advocates a personalized approach to treatment planning. He emphasizes that achieving and maintaining change is a process, not a product. This book will expand therapists’ toolboxes while serving as a guide for case conceptualization. Well done!"--Linda C. Sobell, PhD, ABPP, President's Distinguished Professor, and Mark B. Sobell, PhD, ABPP, President's Distinguished Professor, College of Psychology, Nova Southeastern University "The updated second edition attests to the major, expanding influence of the TTM on our understanding and treatment of addictive behavior. Decades of research inspired by the TTM are well reflected here; the book is also replete with references to other approaches and is sprinkled with clinical case examples that illustrate and amplify. Especially highlighted is the broader context of cultural and social factors that affect the processes of change. The author's personal anecdotes and self-reflection add a relevant personal touch to the book, which could easily serve as a text for the large swath of disciplines aiding those on their journey through change."--Peter M. Monti, PhD, Donald G. Millar Distinguished Professor of Alcohol and Addiction Studies and Director, Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies, Brown University "I thoroughly enjoy DiClemente's ability to take complex concepts and translate them into language that therapists and counselors can understand and utilize with their patients. More than most textbooks I use with graduate students, this one gives depth and texture to the idea of 'meeting clients where they are at.' Students and therapists consistently feel that the book helps them individualize treatment strategies and interventions more than any other source. I will definitely assign the second edition in my courses."--Kevin C. Gilliland, PsyD, Adjunct Faculty, Department of Dispute Resolution and Counseling, Southern Methodist University; Executive Director, Innovation 360 Dallas -This updated and revised new edition has many advantages….Addiction and Change continues to be an invaluable resource for new students looking for foundational instruction and for seasoned professionals seeking information on recent advances in the field. Highly recommended. Students, researchers, and practitioners.--Choice Reviews, 11/1/2018Table of ContentsI. Understanding Addictions in Terms of Change 1. Models of Addiction and Change 2. The Process of Human Intentional Behavior Change 3. The Well-Maintained Addiction: An Ending and a Beginning II. The Road to Addiction: The Journey through the Stages of Addiction 4. Exploring the Precontemplation and Contemplation Stages of Becoming Addicted and Interventions to Prevent Initiation 5. Preparation: The Critical Transition Stage from Contemplation through Experimentation to Regular Use 6. Repeated and Regular Use: Moving into Action on the Road to Addiction III. Quitting an Addiction: The Journey through the Stages of Recovery 7. Precontemplation for Recovery: Cultivating Seeds for Change 8. The Decision to Change: Moving from the Contemplation Stage to the Preparation Stage of Recovery 9. Preparing for Action: Creating Commitment and a Plan 10. Taking Action to Change an Addiction 11. The Long Haul: Well-Maintained Recovery IV. Research and Interventions and a Comprehensive Understanding of Addictions 12. Designing Interventions: Research Informed by the Process of Initiation and Recovery 13. Creating a Comprehensive Approach to Understanding Addiction References Index

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Book SynopsisAddiction and trauma are two of the most common and difficult issues that people face. In this motivating book, leading expert Lisa Najavits explains the link between addiction and trauma and presents science-based self-help strategies that you can use no matter where you are in your recovery.Trade Review"This is a terrific book. Lucid and eminently practical, it summarizes what Dr. Najavits has learned helps patients in over three decades of practice and research. Page upon page, she helps you confront what is going on inside of yourself. It’s a step-by-step road to recovery from the enslavement of trauma and addiction. This is the sort of book you put by your bedside to visit over and over again as a guide to dealing with numbing, addiction, the secrets you try to keep from yourself, and underlying issues. I cannot recommend this book highly enough."--Bessel A. van der Kolk, MD, author of The Body Keeps the Score "In 13 years of recovery in AA, I often heard the refrain 'I never got the instruction manual on life.' Well, this book by Lisa Najavits might just be the only instruction book on recovery you’ll ever need! It shines with a fresh perspective, jargon-free writing, and vivid personal inspiration in an overpopulated field."--Frank F., New York City "Many times in AA (or 'the rooms'), I have heard someone say, 'It’s the language of the heart; what comes from the heart reaches the heart.' This work exemplifies that thought while also staying true to itself with structure and advice for addicts and trauma survivors. But more than going through the steps of recovery, Dr. Najavits shows how to do so with dignity and pride in what you may accomplish. I never felt alone while reading this book."--David T., Washington, DC "In this remarkable book, Dr. Najavits speaks to diverse audiences in a way that is clear, practical, and deeply engaging. She offers an unflinching look at the challenges of working on trauma and addiction, while always conveying a message of hope. People struggling with either or both issues will find a path to improve their life. Professionals too can use this as a companion to therapy, allowing patients to extend their efforts through a flexible but carefully structured process."--Joan E. Zweben, PhD, Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco; staff psychologist, San Francisco VA Medical Center "A welcome contribution. Dr. Najavits provides a comprehensive framework for recovery. She has woven her extensive clinical experience with the voices of people in recovery to create a rich resource."--Stephanie S. Covington, PhD, LCSW, author of A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps -Table of Contents1. Moving forward from trauma, addiction, or both 2. Starting out 3. “Things turn out okay”--David’s experience 4. It’s medical--you’re not crazy, lazy, or bad 5. How do people change? 6. The world is your school 7. Listen to your behavior 8. Wish versus reality 9. Find your way 10. Possible selves 11. The language of trauma and addiction 12. Safe coping skills 13. Social pain 14. True self-compassion 15. Why trauma and addiction go together 16. Forgiving yourself 17. Body and biology 18. Getting to a calm place: The skill of ??grounding 19. The culture of silence 20. Motivation: Leverage one problem to help another 21. Tip the Scales recovery plan 22. Every child is a detective 23. How to survive a relapse 24. See the link 25. Practice 26. Identity: How you view yourself 27. Perception: How others view you 28. The decision to grow 29. Dark feelings: Rage, hatred, revenge, bitterness 30. Imagination 31. Create a healing image 32. Find a good counselor 33. Two types of trauma counseling 34. What the wounded can give back 35. “We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars” Appendix A. How others can help--family, friends, partners, sponsors, counselors Appendix B. How to conduct Finding Your Best Self as a counseling or peer model Appendix C. Resources Appendix D. Excessive Behavior Scale Appendix E. Brief quiz on trauma and addiction: Knowledge is power

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Book SynopsisChristopher Dines has profound experience of recovery and personal growth; he struggled with drug addiction for most of his young adult life, and came into recovery in 2004, after a career as a music producer and well-known electronic house DJ.In this book, he shares insights, epiphanies and practical strategies for anyone struggling with their wellbeing, but most particularly those in recovery from addiction, those in toxic relationships or those with destructive lifestyles and behaviours. Covering such resonant themes as feelings of unworthiness, the need for gentle compassion and the power of authentic relationships, this book offers an abundance of exercises to unlock a deeper understanding, and nearly 200 questions to enable a true self-appraisal. This is self-care at its most profound, resonant and visceral level - as more than just a regular yoga habit, Super Self Care offers a chance to rewrite the script that ties us to co-dependency, addictive behaviours and shame.Trade ReviewChristopher Dines has demonstrated extraordinary courage in overcoming challenges which he shares with his readers as a means of joining them in their own. His excellent examples of ideas to help calm the mind and body, practice self-care and move through obstacles, is inspiring. -- Eileen RockefellerSuper Self-Care is about radical new ways to parent yourself and give birth to the beautiful being who lives within you... as comprehensive as it is illuminating. -- Kelly McNelis

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Book SynopsisARE YOU REALLY IN CONTROL OF YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH ALCOHOL?ARE YOU FINDING YOUR NEED TO DRINK GETTING STRONGER?DO YOU DEPEND ON ALCOHOL TO MANAGE DAILY LIFE? In his role as a consultant psychiatrist, Dr Tim Cantopher has worked with countless people to help them overcome dependency, and this book distils his decades of experience into a series of practical, achievable, straightforward steps to reduce your own intake, or give up altogether. Problem Drinking explains why you are drinking too much, what alcohol does to you physiologically, the influence of environment and personality, and the long-term consequences of alcohol addiction. It offers supportive strategies to help you cut down or do without, including advice on relaxation and sleep, problem-solving approaches, time management skills, and insight into drug treatments, the disease concept and the role of Alcoholics Anonymous.Read this book, take it one day at a time, and don't look back.

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Book SynopsisThis manual presents the most widely adopted evidence-based treatment for co-occurring trauma and addiction. For clients facing one or both of these issues, the most urgent clinical need is to establish safety--to reduce addictive behavior, build healthy relationships, manage symptoms such as dissociation and self-harm, and restore ideals that have been lost. Seeking Safety focuses on coping skills in the present; it can be implemented with individuals or groups, by any provider as well as peers. It offers 25 topics, such as Asking for Help, Taking Good Care of Yourself, Setting Boundaries in Relationships, Healing from Anger, Honesty, and Coping with Triggers. The model is highly flexible, practical, and engaging, and can be conducted with any other treatment, including the author's past-focused model, Creating Change. The book has a large-size format and features reproducible client handouts that can be photocopied or downloaded. See also the author's self-help guide Finding Your Best Self, Revised Edition: Recovery from Addiction, Trauma, or Both, an ideal client recommendation.Trade Review"This landmark volume presents a cutting-edge approach to the treatment of patients who depend on drugs to soothe the pain of PTSD. In stunning detail, Najavits shows how the same therapist can treat both conditions concurrently. Her kinder and gentler approach is a welcome change from traditional confrontational interventions. The volume is enriched by her empathy and wisdom. All therapists attempting to help these patients should have this book to guide them."--Aaron T. Beck, MD, founder of cognitive therapy "Fabulous! This treatment manual provides practical, clearly described procedures for treating an extremely difficult group of clients. The organization of the treatment is superb. From my perspective, the most important parts of a comprehensive treatment are here--attention to the client's safety, targeting substance use simultaneously with targeting PTSD, integrating ideals and values (I love the quotations!), a core of cognitive-behavioral interventions, a focus on interpersonal relationships, and attention to the needs of the therapist. Very impressive. Obviously written by an experienced clinician."--Marsha M. Linehan, PhD, Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Director Emeritus, Behavioral Research and Therapy Clinics, University of Washington "Born of experience and energized by passion, this carefully crafted and thoughtful treatment manual will guide clinicians through the tricky waters of substance abuse and PTSD treatment. Seeking Safety will help clinicians decide what to do and how to do it well. As empirically guided treatment manuals begin to emerge in greater numbers and varying quality, Najavits maintains an essential and elegant balance between a lucid map of treatment directions, on the one hand, and the complex dynamics of the clinical territory on the other. This is a very important work that I highly recommend for clinicians of every stripe."--Howard J. Shaffer, PhD, CAS, Director, Division on Addictions, Harvard Medical School -Table of Contents1. Overview2. Conducting the TreatmentTreatment TopicsIntroduction to Treatment/Case ManagementSafetyPTSD: Taking Back Your PowerDetaching from Emotional Pain (Grounding)When Substances Control YouAsking for HelpTaking Good Care of YourselfCompassionRed and Green FlagsHonestyRecovery ThinkingIntegrating the Split SelfCommitmentCreating MeaningCommunity ResourcesSetting Boundaries in RelationshipsDiscoveryGetting Others to Support Your RecoveryCoping with TriggersRespecting Your TimeHealthy RelationshipsSelf-NurturingHealing from AngerLife Choices Game (Review)Termination

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Book SynopsisDo you feel like you''re drinking too much or using too much, but you don''t necessarily want to give it up for good? A powerful alternative to abstinence-only approaches, the harm reduction model outlined in this evidence-based workbook draws on practices from motivational interviewing (MI) to help you explore your relationship with substance abuse, and find the motivation needed to create an individualized recovery plan.In The Harm Reduction Workbook for Addiction, you''ll find skills-based exercises to help you focus on self-reflection; identify your strengths; discover common life themes, values, and goals; and explore different reasons you may have for change. Most importantly, you''ll find the tools needed to create your own action plan for moving forward and changing your relationship to substances. This workbook will help you: - Explore your relationship to substance abuse - Identify your strengths, values, and goals - Find your o

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Book SynopsisWritten for millennials and Gen Z, this approachable guide reframes addiction and provides tools from psychotherapy to help the reader break harmful behaviour cycles.You don’t need to be an “addict” to engage in destructive addictive behaviours.Do you use social media to distract yourself from difficult emotions, or find yourself seeking a boost through shopping, relationships or drinking? Do you feel that you have habits that are holding you back, but you can’t seem to break them?You are not alone. This book is for anyone who struggles with addictive behaviour. In it, psychotherapist Tally Fosh sheds light on the true meaning of addiction and the subtle ways it can manifest itself without our awareness. She explores why we often seek external factors to change the way we feel internally, and provides practical tips and tools to help readers break any self-destructive cycle they may find themselves in using easy

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Book SynopsisThis handbook provides mental health professionals with a thorough understanding of the biopsychosocial nature of disordered gambling and shares current evidence-based theories, interventions and strategies to use in clinical practice. It provides guidance for working with individuals of any age and covers different gambling modes, activities and subtypes, including new forms of gambling through online and virtual platforms. Drawing on the authors' substantial experience working with and researching gambling addiction, it considers how treatment can be specialized for particular client groups, including trauma survivors, military, older adults, adolescents and diverse communities. It provides detailed diagnostic and screening resources and includes important information on the financial and legal aspects.This is essential reading for any therapist treating clients with gambling disorder.Trade ReviewNot all addictions are the same, so treating them should address the unique features of the addiction, in this case gambling disorder. Bechtold and Wilson highlight aspects of gambling disorder that differ from other addictions and provide concrete ideas for therapists and other professional helpers to improve their practice, whether they treat the gambling or refer someone for treatment. The rich details are rooted in up-to-date evidence, and case examples illustrate how to tailor and use core therapeutic skills in treating persons with gambling disorder and their families. They explain how boundary setting, addressing suicidal thoughts and behaviors, addressing finances, and interacting with and documenting for the judicial system are critical and different for people facing gambling problems. It highlights key screening and assessment tools and provides resources that can supplement therapy and increase the likelihood of recovery. This book offers insights for both new and seasoned professionals. -- Elizabeth Mulvaney, MSW, LCSW-PA, Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh School of Social WorkThe Gambling Disorder Handbook by Jody Bechtold and Alyssa Wilson is the most comprehensive, current guide for the treatment of gambling disorder I have encountered. It provides a solid, evidence-informed rationale for a broad range of treatment approaches while also addressing "real-life" clinical applications. The authors, using their significant clinical experience, also address under-researched topics that are critical to the treatment of gambling disorder such as financial management, restitution, money protection planning and coping with legal issues. This book is a must have for any clinician working with clients and their families struggling with gambling disorder. -- Lori Rugle, PhD, ICGC-II/BACCNew to treating gambling disorders? Struggling to translate theory/research? Well, Bechtold and Wilson provide an updated, clear, concise, practical, and evidence-based treatment guide. Current trends, gambling subtypes, holistic emphasis, case illustrations, and models of intervention--application connect the dots! This is a must-read treatment roadmap for every addiction professional. -- Deborah G. Haskins, Ph.D., LCPC, ACS, MAC, ICGC-II, CCGSO, BACC Owner/Chief Clinical Consultant – MOSAIC Consulting and Counseling Services President, Maryland Council on Problem GamblingA must read! "The Gambling Disorder Treatment Handbook" serves as a much needed, modern resource for those treating problem gambling. Addressing a wide range of relevant topics and offering up to date statistics, this book is a valuable asset to any treatment professional, educator or parent dealing with gambling related issues. -- Josh Ercole, Executive Director of the Council on Compulsive Gambling of PennsylvaniaI appreciate the opportunity to review and recommend this informative and well laid out manuscript written by Jody Bechtold and Alyssa Wilson. I am sure the clinicians that will utilize this book will gain the knowledge necessary to provide excellent therapeutic skills to the problem/disordered gambler. I look forward to being able to share this book with our treatment providers. The case studies will help the clinician to understand the dynamics of the problem/disordered gambler. I would recommend this book to others in this field. -- Neva Pryor, MSTable of ContentsCHAPTER 1: GAMBLING IS EVERYWHERE, (and it doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon) 11Global Gambling Market................................................................................................... 12Gambling Expansion and New Horizons.......................................................................... 14Online and Internet Gambling........................................................................................... 15Social Gaming.................................................................................................................... 17Sports Betting..................................................................................................................... 20Consumer Protections and Harm Minimization to Promote Safe Gambling Use......... 22Self-Exclusion.................................................................................................................... 23Game Features and Structural Characteristics................................................................... 24Gambling Behavior Characteristics................................................................................... 26Setting Limits..................................................................................................................... 27Training Employees who Interact with Gamblers.............................................................. 28CHAPTER 2: Understanding Gambling Disorder: Pathways towards Etiology, Prevalence, and Comorbid Determinants of Health 30Etiological Predictors and Risk Factors for Developing Gambling Disorder................ 32Biological/Neurological Implications................................................................................ 34Psychological Implications................................................................................................ 37Social-Cultural Implications.............................................................................................. 38Spiritual Implications......................................................................................................... 41Pathways Model of Problem Gambling............................................................................. 43Considerations for Special Populations and Gambling.................................................... 48Adolescents......................................................................................................................... 48Older Adults....................................................................................................................... 49Diverse Communities......................................................................................................... 50Military............................................................................................................................... 51Trauma and Survivors Issues............................................................................................. 52Co-Occurring Disorders..................................................................................................... 53CHAPTER 3: Models of Intervention................................................................................... 55Transtheoretical Model....................................................................................................... 56Treatment Approaches and Stance of Therapy................................................................ 58Cognitive Therapy............................................................................................................. 58Behavior Therapy.............................................................................................................. 59Cognitive-Behavior Therapy............................................................................................. 59Third-Wave Behavior Therapy.......................................................................................... 61Motivational Interviewing................................................................................................. 63Pharmacological Therapy.................................................................................................. 65Treatment Considerations: Modality, Duration, and Targeting Relapse....................... 66Online Modalities.............................................................................................................. 67Brief Treatment.................................................................................................................. 68Relapse Prevention............................................................................................................. 69CHAPTER 4: Models of Intervention Applied..................................................................... 71Closing the Doors................................................................................................................. 73Addressing Gambling Symptoms....................................................................................... 77Cognitive Distortions......................................................................................................... 77Habituation......................................................................................................................... 78Chasing Losses and Wins................................................................................................... 82Session Considerations......................................................................................................... 83Treatment Selection............................................................................................................ 83Mindfulness in Session....................................................................................................... 84Relapse Prevention............................................................................................................. 85Terminating Therapeutic Relationship............................................................................... 88CHAPTER 5: Where to Start and What to Ask in the Beginning...................................... 90Gambling Screens, Assessments, and Diagnostic Tools.................................................... 90Lie-Bet Questionnaire........................................................................................................ 91Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS)........................................................................ 91GBIRT................................................................................................................................ 92Gatekeeper Question.......................................................................................................... 92Simply Asking Open-Ended Questions (Fun Assessment)............................................... 94Diagnostic Statistical Manual-5 (DSM-5)......................................................................... 95International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10)96South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS).............................................................................. 97Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI)........................................................................ 97Gambling Pathways Questionnaire (GPQ)........................................................................ 97Gambling Functional Assessment II (GFA-II).................................................................. 98The Chicken or the Egg: Which Came First.................................................................... 98Depression and Anxiety..................................................................................................... 98Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI).......................................................................................... 99Drugs, Alcohol, Nicotine/Tobacco and Cannabis............................................................ 100Suicide Risk Assessment................................................................................................. 101Gambling Problem or Gambling Solution...................................................................... 101Closing the Doors............................................................................................................ 102It's a Control Thing.......................................................................................................... 103Creating a Safe Place....................................................................................................... 103The First Few Sessions...................................................................................................... 104Where to Start and What to Ask...................................................................................... 104Presence of Suicidal Ideation........................................................................................... 105Motivation and Consequences of Gambling.................................................................... 105Games/Gambling............................................................................................................. 106Development of Gambling Habits................................................................................... 106Current Gambling Problem.............................................................................................. 106DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria and Other Assessments........................................................ 106Finances........................................................................................................................... 107Current Living Conditions............................................................................................... 107Other Compulsive or Addictive Behaviors...................................................................... 107Prior Mental Health and Health Problems....................................................................... 108Personal Strengths and Resources.................................................................................... 109Steps Taken Prior to Seeking Treatment.......................................................................... 109Summary of Initial Recommendations............................................................................. 109Clinical Impressions......................................................................................................... 110Gambling Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual Evaluation......................................................... 112Chapter 6: Harm Reduction Approaches Across the Continuum.................................... 123Harm Reduction to Self-Exclusion: A Shared Continuum............................................ 124Using Harm Reduction with Clients................................................................................ 12510 Rules of Responsible Gambling................................................................................... 127Using Harm Reduction with Specific Populations......................................................... 131Self-Exclusion as Harm Reduction................................................................................... 134Case Examples of Harm Reduction on a Continuum..................................................... 137Case 1: Susan...................................................................................................................... 137Case 2: Joe.......................................................................................................................... 138Chapter 7: On Finances........................................................................................................ 140Real Money and Gambling Money................................................................................... 141Why Bankruptcy Is Not an Option.................................................................................. 141Money Protection............................................................................................................... 143Financial Inventory for Restitution Plan......................................................................... 144Clarifying Debt and Expenses.......................................................................................... 144Debt Repayment / Financial Restitution Plan................................................................... 146Involving Family Member................................................................................................. 147Asset Protection Plan for Partner/Spouse and Children................................................ 148Case Examples for Implementing Finance Strategies.................................................... 151Case 1: Eva......................................................................................................................... 151Case 2: Noah....................................................................................................................... 153CHAPTER 8: Family Involvement...................................................................................... 155Family Systems Theory Review........................................................................................ 155First and Second Order Change....................................................................................... 156Provide Education About Suicide.................................................................................... 159Provide Education About Gambling Disorder................................................................. 159Working with the Family : Spouse/Partner and Gambler............................................. 163Working With the Family : Family Only........................................................................ 165Protect Family Member's Financial Assets..................................................................... 165Core areas of conflict....................................................................................................... 166Enabling as a form of bailout........................................................................................... 167Setting limits and boundaries........................................................................................... 167Trust, anger/love, confidence........................................................................................... 167Expectations of new lifestyle........................................................................................... 168Working with the Family: Parents and the (Adult) Gambler........................................ 168Working with the Family : Parents and (Adolescent) Gambler.................................... 169Working with the Family : Final Stage of therapy.......................................................... 171CHAPTER 9: Self-Help and Peer Supports........................................................................ 173Self-Help Programs............................................................................................................ 17312-Step Programs............................................................................................................... 174Gamblers Anonymous...................................................................................................... 174Celebrate Recovery............................................................................................................ 176SMART Recovery............................................................................................................... 177Peer Supports...................................................................................................................... 177Having the Conversation................................................................................................... 179Understanding the Younger Generations......................................................................... 180Other Online Supports..................................................................................................... 180CHAPTER 10: Gambling and the Law............................................................................... 182Gambler or Criminal Profile............................................................................................. 183Legal Involvement: Before & During............................................................................... 185The 5 Rs' of Treatment and Documentation.................................................................... 186Act As If You Are Already in Front of the Judge............................................................ 188Clinical Report Sections..................................................................................................... 189Legal Involvement: After................................................................................................... 193Providing Expert Testimony.............................................................................................. 194Example Report Evaluation to inform and educate sentencing.................................... 195Full Report to an attorney on behalf of your client - example....................................... 203REFERENCES 206

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Book SynopsisThis pioneering guide is the first of its kind to integrate the FUN program with the brainbody therapies known as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Yoga Nidra. It provides clear guidance on how to safely use therapeutic tools and self-regulation exercises for clinicians and individuals impacted by trauma, addiction, anxiety, grief, family dysfunction, and stress. It offers a comprehensive toolbox of strategies and techniques to use during therapy sessions or on your own. The science behind each modality and approach is explained in detail along with how they can be applied to maximize self-care care and enhance the therapeutic relationship. Techniques include case conceptualization, the use of mental imagery, directing attention to sensations in the body, focused eye movements and positions, and many more.Dr Shafer draws on her extensive, internationally recognised and evidence-based research in this accessible and innovative book. Clinicians will be able to diversify their scope of

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Book SynopsisAsperger Syndrome and Alcohol exposes the unexplored problem of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with everyday life. Alcohol can relieve the anxiety of social situations and make those with ASDs feel as though they can fit in. Ultimately, however, reliance on alcohol can lead the user down a path of self-destruction and exacerbate existing problems.Utilising their professional and personal experience, the authors provide an overview of ASDs and of alcohol abuse, and explore current knowledge about where the two overlap. Tinsley explores his own personal history as someone with an ASD who has experienced and beaten alcohol addiction. He discusses how the impact of his diagnosis and his understanding of the condition played a huge part in his recovery, and how by viewing his life through the prism of autism, his confusion has been replaced by a greater understanding of himself and the world around him.This inspiring book on an under-researched area will be of interest to professionals working with people with ASDs, as well as individuals with ASDs who may be dealing with alcohol or substance misuse, and their families.Trade ReviewA concise, direct, soul-bearingly honest book part-written by a recovering alcoholic who only discovered that he had Asperger's syndrome once his recovery had begun...I found this a deeply moving book, partly because of the harrowing depiction of someone suffering in the tertiary stage of alcohol abuse byt, I think, mostly because of the unconditional love shown to him by his family and friends no matter how badly behaved nor how inconsiderate he was. -- Asperger UnitedAsperger Syndrome and Alcohol exposes the unexplored problem of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with everyday life. Alcohol can releive the anxiety of social situations and make those with ASDs feel as though they can fit in. Ultimately, however, reliance on alcohol can lead the user down a path of self-destruction and exacerbate existing problems. -- BILDWe both highly recommend this very readable and thoughtful book to all health and social care professionals - it is a gift to prefessionals and carers who want to understand and to work more effectively. -- Professional Social WorkThis book provides an overview of the very under-researched subject of autism and alcohol abuse. -- National Autism SocietyTable of ContentsForeword by Temple Grandin. Introduction. 1. Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol - Why Should There Be a Link? 2. Childhood and Adolescence - Where Does it Start? 3. The Adult Social World - Friendships, Relationships and Other People. 4. Employment - Drinking and the Workplace. 5.Beginning of the End - A Failing Strategy. 6. Drying Out - Support and Rehabilitation. 7. Life Beyond the Booze - Recovering Autistic Alcoholic. Conclusion. References. Resources. Appendix - Thoughts from Friends and Family.

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Book SynopsisSubstance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. With heightened political and policy emphasis on all aspects of substance misuse, it is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice.Leading international contributors outline holistic and specialist approaches to policy and practice, and highlight the shift in emphasis from immediate risk minimisation to long-term recovery, the importance of prevention and the pivotal role of workforce development. Issues surrounding work with children and families affected by substance misuse are explored, and ways of implementing new approaches revealed. The book also looks at the impact of the smoking ban in Scotland, and suggests ways to support tobacco use cessation. This book is essential reading for all front-line practitioners working with substance misusers, including social work, health professionals and counsellors.Trade ReviewThis book does a good job of covering and reconciling both ends of the spectrum - the things that never change as well as the new debates and rapid changes in the drugs field that have taken place over the last 25 years... It packs a lot into its 240 pages and most contributions are certainly interesting enough to set the reader off on a quest to find out more about each of the topics presented... A chapter provocatively entitled 'Anything new under the sun?' rightly acknowledges the complexity of a field where there are no easy answers, highlighting the ongoing interminable debates betwen 'abstinence' and 'harm reduction' in the quest for paths to 'recovery'... This book does well in covering such a wide-raging group of topics related to problem drug use. -- Drug and Alcohol TodayThe book serves as a valuable and scholarly resource for all those working in the field of substance abuse in the UK and indeed beyond. It is refreshing to see both alcohol and tobacco included in a book devoted to substance misuse -- Internet Law Book ReviewsTable of ContentsIntroduction. Joy Barlow MBE, University of Glasgow, UK. Part One The History of Drug and Alcohol Policy. 1. How We Got to Where We Are Now. Charlie Lloyd, University of York, UK. Part Two Alcohol and Tobacco. 2. Is Alcohol Different? Alcohol – Attitudes, Beliefs and Practice. Jack Law, Alcohol Focus Scotland, UK. The Importance of Partnerships in Alcohol Policy and Regulation. Gerard Vaughan and Megan Larken, both of the Alcohol Advisory Council of New Zealand, New Zealand. 3. Fresh Air? Second-Hand Smoke. Sally Haw, Scottish Collaboration for Public Health Research and Policy, UK. Second Chance Learning: A Community-Development Approach to Smoking Cessation. Margaret Black, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, UK, Anne Bryce, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, UK and Linda McKie, Glasgow Caledonian University, UK. Part Three Treatment and Recovery, and the Wider Impacts of Substance Misuse. 4. Treatment and Recovery. Anything New Under the Sun? Brian A. Kidd, University of Dundee, UK. Does Drug Treatment in Scotland Work? Neil McKeganey, University of Glasgow, UK. 5. The Role of Employment in Recovery from Problem Drug Use. Joanne Neale, Oxford Brookes University, UK and Peter A. Kemp, University of Oxford, UK. Employment Projects – Examples in Practice. Bernadette Monaghan, Apex Scotland, UK. 6. Children Affected by Parental Drug and Alcohol Misuse. Hidden Harm – Working with Serious Parental Drug Misuse. Donald Forrester, University of Bedfordshire, UK. The Role of Training in Changing the Lives of Children Affected by Parental Substance Misuse. Joyce Nicholson, STRADA, UK. 7. We Are Family. The Role of Families. Vivienne Evans OBE, Adfam, UK. Making Family a Part of the Treatment. Maurizio Coletti, Itaca Europe, Italy. 8. Drugs and Crime. Toby Seddon, University of Manchester, UK. Part Four Prevention. 9. Redefining Drug Prevention. Harry Sumnall and Lisa Jones, both of Liverpool John Moores University, UK. 10. Children, Young People and Prevention. Richard Ives, educari, UK. 11. The Impact of Social Exclusion and Poverty on Education and Prevention. Diverse Communities – Diverse Needs: Delivering Information on Drugs and Drug Services to Members of Black and Minority Ethnic Communities. Jane Fountain, University of Central Lancashire, UK. Wider Prevention – Poverty and Social Exclusion. James Egan, East Glasgow Community Health and Care Partnership, UK. Part Five Integrated Services and Workforce Development. 12. Integrated Services. Neil Hunter, Glasgow Addiction Services, UK. 13. Messages for the Workforce. Joy Barlow MBE. The Editor. The Contributors. Subject Index. Author Index.

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Book SynopsisWorking with Drug and Alcohol Users provides an accessible guide to substance use and working with substance users.Using transactional analysis theory, the author explains why some people use substances, exploring different personality types, and covers the basic components of drug counseling. The book then outlines different counseling techniques used to treat and manage substance users, using transactional analysis models. These include motivational interviewing, harm reduction counseling, drug use ambivalence work and relapse process work. A chapter on teenage drug users is also included. Case examples feature throughout to demonstrate the ideas in practice.This will be an essential guide for all those working with drug and alcohol users, including counselors, psychotherapists, psychologists and support workers.Trade ReviewWith this in mind, Tony White's book is a good, entry-level read for anyone interested in this fascinating, labyrinthine subject. -- Children and Young People NowPsychologist Tony White has used his extensive experience of counselling addicts to write this guide to providing understanding, assessment and support for all the various forms of addiction... White provides facts about drugs and the very different categories of users. His case studies illustrate the extensive and diverse nature and consequences of drug use. Observed from the frontline, this promotes understanding as well as providing practical advice. -- The West AustralianThe book gives a clear overview of how over the years is looked against addiction... . White also goes into detail on the relationship between addiction and attachment issues... The book is a beautiful work for those who want to know the personal view that TA has on addiction and working with addicts. -- Dutch TA AcademieTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. Part 1. Foundations of Drug and Alcohol Counseling. 1. Drugs in Society and Addiction. 2. Fundamental Components of Drug Counseling. 3. Transactional Analysis and the Theory of Addiction. 4. Why People Use Drugs and their Treatment. Part 2. Specific Techniques in Counseling the Drug and Alcohol User. 5. The Harm Reduction Contract and Harm Reduction Counseling. 6. Assessment of the Drug and Alcohol User. 7. Drug Use Ambivalence. 8. Relapse Process Work. 9. Motivational Interviewing. 10. The Teenage Drug User. 11. Epilogue. References. Further Reading. Index.

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Book SynopsisPersonal trainer and sports nutritionist, Tom Shanahan, outlines a programme of action to energise, reboot and strengthen one''s recovery, especially those who feel they may have hit a wall in their programme. SPIRITUAL ADRENALINE imparts the importance of a holistic approach to fitness, good eating habits and connection to a personal higher power in order to optimise the guiding principles of the Twelve Steps and reinforce relapse prevention.

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Book SynopsisAnne McTiernan begins her second memoir at age twenty-nine, soon after completing her doctoral training in public health research at the University of Washington. She and her husband are now parents to four-year-old and three-month-old girls. She realizes that jobs in her field are scarce, especially for women and decides she needs better credentials to land a job. Overcoming her fear and life-long struggle with inadequacy, Anne moves the family 3,000 miles to New York, where she begins medical school. Within a few months of starting this new life, Anne is in deep trouble. She cannot handle the competing demands and feels isolated. The stress builds, until Anne suffers a series of paralyzing panic attacks that threaten her ability to function. She begins psychotherapy and starts on a journey of self-discovery, realizing she has to change to survive.Cured is the follow-up to her 2016 release Starved and differs from other physician memoirs in its themes of motherhood, mental illness, and the perspective of a female physician on how she turned adversity into a strength and set of skills.

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Book SynopsisA new model of addiction that incorporates neurobiology, social relationships and ecological systems.

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Book SynopsisBritain, like almost everywhere else, has a burgeoning drug problem. Finding ways of dealing with this problem is a major platform of government policy and a great deal has been made of the impact of treatment on drug users. Drug Treatment: What Works? is a cutting edge survey of the latest developments in these treatments, and it sets out to ask some of the crucial questions in the treatment of drug abusers; including:* Which treatments work with what sorts of abusers?* What are the key indicators of likely success?* Does coercion work or must treatment be freely entered into? * Is drug testing an essential backup for successful treatment?Featuring contributions from some the leading figures in this field, Drug Treatment: What Works? will be essential reading for students, academics and professionals studying drug treatment in the areas criminology, social policy and medicine.Trade Review'Overall the book provides an honest and credible initiation into the complex issues surrounding substance misuse treatment. It makes a worthy attempt to answer the questions it sets itself and goes some way to address the field's turbulent configuration of treatment options and outcome measures - a great achievement given the meagre evidential material with which to draw upon' - Youth PolicyTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. What Should Work: Guidelines on the clinical management of opioid dependence in the UK 3. Types of Treatments for Types of Patients 4. Developments in the Treatment of Drug Problems 5. Psychological and Pharmacological Components of Treatment 6. Coerced Treatment for Drug-Using Criminal Offenders 7. Treating Patients with Comorbidities 8. Necessary Prerequisite for Treatment and for Crime Control 9. Therapeutic Addicts Revisited 10. Therapeutic Community Drug Treatment in the U.S. Criminal Justice System 11. Treating Drug Users: The role of the National Treatment Agency for substance misuse 12.Linking Treatment Services to the Criminal Justice System 13. Motivation Enhancement in Clients Referred from the Criminal Justice System

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive textbook provides an accessible and skills-oriented introduction to alcohol and substance misuse for healthcare students and practitioners new to the field.Divided into five parts, this text explores:  The context of alcohol and drug misuse and the nature and theories of addiction, including a historical overview and policy initiatives in contemporary society. An overview of psychoactive substances and the problems associated with them. An exploration of the impact of psychoactive substances on groups, such as culturally and linguistically diverse communities, young people, women, older people, and the homeless. An understanding of the generic role responses to substance misuse in a variety of different settings and contexts, including primary care, the community, and hospitals. A framework for assessment, care planning, harm reduction approaches, dealing with overdose, intoxication and withdrawals, and psych

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Book SynopsisAddiction: Psychology and Treatment brings together leading psychologists to provide a comprehensive overview of the psychology of addictions and their treatment across specialities and types of services.Table of ContentsList of Contributors xi Forewordxiii Prefacexvii Notes on Contributors xix Part 1 Understanding the Psychology and Treatment of Addictions 1 Chapter 1 Addiction: A Comprehensive Approach 3 Jamie Brown and Robert West 1.1 Introduction 4 1.2 Existing theories 5 1.3 The human motivational system 8 1.4 Internal and external sources of influence 11 1.5 The dynamics of the system 12 1.6 Changing dispositions 14 1.7 Testing the theory 15 Suggestions for further reading 16 References 16 Chapter 2 An Attachment-Informed Approach to Working with Addiction 20 David Curran and Mani Mehdikhani 2.1 Introduction to attachment 21 2.2 Attachment and psychopathology 23 2.3 Attachment and addiction 25 2.4 Attachment styles in clinical samples 28 2.5 Assessment and formulation through an attachment lens 29 2.6 Treatment implications 32 2.7 Conclusion 35 Suggestions for further reading 35 References 36 Chapter 3 Families, Friends and Addiction: Impacts, Psychological Models and Interventions 42 Alex Copello and Kathryn Walsh 3.1 Introduction 43 3.2 The composition of alcohol and drug users’ social networks 43 3.3 Impacts of addictions on others 44 3.4 Theoretical models of addiction and the family: stress-strain-coping-support 47 3.5 From models to interventions 48 3.6 Conclusion 52 Suggestions for further reading 53 References 54 Chapter 4 Working Systemically with Alcohol Misuse 57 Arlene Vetere and Rudi Dallos 4.1 Introduction 58 4.2 Family life 59 4.3 Family systems approaches 60 4.4 Working therapeutically with violence and abuse 64 4.5 Engagement and the therapeutic relationship 65 4.6 Conclusion 66 Suggestions for further reading 66 References 67 Chapter 5 ‘Dangerous Desires and Inanimate Attachments’: Modern Psychodynamic Approaches to Substance Misuse 68 Martin Weegmann and Edward J. Khantzian 5.1 Introduction 69 5.2 Primitive emotional states: Kleinian views 70 5.3 Comforting self-objects: Kohutian views 72 5.4 Inanimate attachments: Bowlbian views 74 5.5 Bringing it together: addiction as a disorder of self-regulation 76 5.6 Reflective practice 78 5.7 Internal recovery 79 5.8 Conclusion 81 Suggestions for further reading 82 References 82 Chapter 6 Mindfulness, Acceptance and Values in Substance Misuse Services 84 Liz McGrath and Dominic O’Ryan 6.1 Introduction: what are the principles and methods of mindfulness, acceptance and values? 85 6.2 How does ACT integrate with other approaches? 87 6.3 How does the service use these principles and methods of ACT? 90 6.4 How do mindfulness, acceptance and values support the resilience of staff in the face of seemingly relentless relapse and other behaviours? 92 6.5 What are the experiences of staff working with ACT? 94 6.6 What are the experiences of clients working this way? 96 6.7 Our experience of ACT 97 Suggestions for further reading 98 References 98 Part 2 Clinical Applications of Addiction Psychology 103 Chapter 7 The Role of Clinical Psychology within Alcohol Related Brain Damage 105 Fraser Morrison and Jenny Svanberg 7.1 Introduction 106 7.2 Clinical definition of alcohol-related brain damage and related syndromes 106 7.3 Epidemiology of ARBD and related syndromes 107 7.4 Cognitive function in ARBD 108 7.5 Psychosocial and cognitive rehabilitation 111 7.6 Legal framework: mental capacity 117 7.7 Recovery 118 Suggestions for further reading 119 References 119 Chapter 8 Trauma and Addiction 124 David Curran 8.1 Psychological trauma and PTSD 125 8.2 The relationship between addiction and psychological trauma 127 8.3 Assessment 129 8.4 Treatment of co-existing trauma and substance use disorders 131 8.5 Clinical implications 135 8.6 Conclusion 139 Suggestions for further reading 139 References 139 Chapter 9 Narrative Identity and Change: Addiction and Recovery 144 Martin Weegmann 9.1 Narrative theory 145 9.2 Narrative therapy 145 9.3 Narrative theory and addiction 146 9.4 Client talk 147 9.5 Generating narrative 149 9.6 Narratives of recovery 152 9.7 Varieties of recovery story 152 9.8 Conclusion 154 Acknowledgements 155 Notes 155 Suggestions for further reading 155 References 156 Chapter 10 Addiction and Mental Health 158 Adam Huxley 10.1 Introduction 159 10.2 Association between substance misuse and psychosis 160 10.3 Prevalence and epidemiology 162 10.4 Outcomes associated with co-occurring disorders 163 10.5 Treatment approach and effectiveness 163 10.6 Evidence for effectiveness 164 10.7 Conclusion 166 Suggestions for further reading 167 References 167 Chapter 11 Substance Misuse in Older Adults 172 Sarah Wadd and Tony Rao 11.1 Introduction 173 11.2 Definition of older adult 173 11.3 Alcohol 173 11.4 Illicit drug use 176 11.5 Medication misuse 178 11.6 Assessment of older people with substance misuse 179 11.7 Psychosocial interventions 184 11.8 Legal and ethical considerations 185 11.9 Using and evaluating health and social outcomes 186 11.10 Conclusion 187 Suggestions for further reading 188 References 188 Chapter 12 Issues Arising in Hepatitis C Work: The Role of the Clinical Psychologist 193 Jo M. Nicholson 12.1 Introduction 194 12.2 Hepatitis C background: the virus and treatment 194 12.3 Social and clinical characteristics of the HCV patient population 195 12.4 HCV treatment challenges 196 12.5 Pegylated Interferon-related adverse psychiatric side-effects 197 12.6 HCV-infected mental health populations 198 12.7 So what is the role of the psychologist? 200 12.8 Psychological stepped-care model in HCV treatment 206 12.9 Future challenge 208 12.10 Conclusion 208 Suggestions for further reading 209 References 209 Chapter 13 The Psychology and Treatment of Gambling Disorders 213 André Geel, Rebecca Fisher, and Aska Matsunaga 13.1 Introduction 214 13.2 Definition 214 13.3 Prevalence 215 13.4 Demographic risk factors 216 13.5 Treatment of gambling disorders 222 13.6 Personal comment and reflections 224 13.7 Conclusion 224 Suggestions for further reading 225 References 225 Chapter 14 Alcoholics Anonymous and 12 Step Therapy: A Psychologist’s View 230 Martin Weegmann 14.1 Introduction: personal context 231 14.2 History 232 14.3 Philosophy 233 14.4 How does it work? 235 14.5 What can psychologist and helping professionals do? 239 14.6 Criticisms of AA 240 14.7 Postscript 241 Notes 241 Suggestions for further reading 242 References 242 Chapter 15 Relapse Prevention: Underlying Assumptions and Current Thinking 245 Robert Hill and Jennifer Harris 15.1 Introduction 246 15.2 What is relapse prevention? 246 15.3 Models of relapse prevention 250 15.4 Addressing co-existing mental health 254 15.5 Neuropsychological and associated difficulties when undertaking RP 255 15.6 Conclusion 257 Suggestions for further reading 258 References 259 Chapter 16 Working with Ambivalence about Change: Motivational Interviewing 262 Lisa Dutheil and Alina Galis 16.1 Introduction 263 16.2 Definition 263 16.3 Historical perspective 264 16.4 Theoretical influences 265 16.5 The spirit of mi 266 16.6 Change talk, sustain talk and discord 266 16.7 The four MI processes 267 16.8 Core MI skills 269 16.9 mi strategies more specific to particular processes 271 16.10 Evidence for the efficacy of mi 272 16.11 Integrating MI with other approaches 274 16.12 Using MI in groups 275 16.13 Learning mi 277 16.14 Conclusion 278 Suggestions for further reading 279 References 279 Chapter 17 ‘Beyond Workshops’: Turning Evidence for Psychosocial Interventions into Embedded Practice 284 Luke Mitcheson, Christopher Whiteley, and Robert Hill 17.1 Introduction 285 17.2 What is implementation? 285 17.3 Implementation science 287 17.4 Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR; Damschroder et al., 2009) 287 17.5 Implement what? Evidence-based interventions versus evidence-based practices 292 17.6 Case studies in Motivational Interviewing and treatment effectiveness (Mapping) 294 17.7 Conclusion 298 Notes 300 Suggestions for further reading 300 References 300 Index 303

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Book SynopsisMindfulness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents is a group-based curriculum incorporating mindfulness, self-awareness, and substance-abuse treatment strategies for use with adolescents dealing with substance use. The evidence-based, how-to format provides a curriculum for professionals to implement either partially, by picking and choosing sections that seem relevant, or in full over a number of weeks. Each session comes equipped with clear session agendas, example scripts and talking points, what-if scenarios that address common forms of resistance, and optional handouts for each session. Sections cover the major principles of working with adolescentsrelationship building, working with resistance, and morealong with a full curriculum. The book is a natural fit for psychotherapists, but addiction counselors, school counselors, researchers, mentors, and even teachers will find that Mindfulness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents changes the wTrade Review"What is most impressive about this book is that the evidence-based, how-to format provides a flexible curriculum for professionals. This way, you can implement the program either partially, by picking and choosing sections that seem relevant, or in full over a number of weeks…It provides application of mindfulness for different kinds of learning, and isn’t limited to teenagers only! Adults benefit, too." – Lee Weber, www.addictionblog.org"Himelstein and Saul offer a rich and highly practical guide while providing much more than a how-to book. Clearly based in research, personal mindfulness practice, and years of clinical experience, here is a raw, honest, fearless program that promises to engage adolescents from all backgrounds. Deeply rooted in both mindfulness practice and science, the program skillfully integrates meditation, skits, role-plays, psycho-education, metaphors, acronyms, stories, poems, and even formal debates, while offering clinicians a reliable structure and guidance balanced with trust in one’s own clinical expertise and personal mindfulness practice. This is the resource so many of us have been seeking, and this is a program that will undoubtedly change the course of countless young lives. A deep bow to my colleagues."– Sarah Bowen, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at Pacific University in Portland, Oregon, and author of Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention: A Clinician’s Guide"Imagine taking the extensive experience of someone who has helped a range of high-risk youth, combining this with the ancient practice of mindfulness training, and then weaving these together beautifully with steps proven by science to help enhance emotional well-being and reduce self-destructive behaviors. This is the magnificent mixture you have in your hands in Himelstein and Saul’s important guide, which offers step-by-step group lessons to support the healthy development of a resilient and insightful mind." – Daniel J. Siegel, MD, author of Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain and The Mindful Therapist: A Clinician's Guide to Mindsight and Neural Integration "If you are working with adolescents suffering from addiction, this is the book you need. Himelstein and Saul have done a stellar job of gathering and imparting the mindfulness-based treatment methodology. Read this book, be mindful, and serve the truth." – Noah Levine, author of Dharma Punx and Refuge Recovery: A Buddhist Path to Recovering from Addiction"A truly authentic, sensitive, savvy, and invaluable curriculum for transforming young lives and the lives of those who are drawn to offer it to them." – Jon Kabat-Zinn, author of Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of the Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness"Based on years of experience working with and listening to young people, Himelstein and Saul present a curriculum that is well-designed and user friendly, respectful of young people, and effective in building self-awareness, self-control, and community connection. An important resource for every professional in the substance abuse field. Highly recommended!" – Paul Kivel, educator, activist, and coauthor of Helping Teens Stop Violence, Build Community, and Stand for Justice"Mindfulness-Based Substance Abuse Treatment for Adolescents is a pioneering manual that weaves together science and clinical wisdom from the fields of mindfulness, psychotherapy, and addiction treatment. It is an invaluable resource for mental health professionals and teachers, and offers a unique and highly effective approach to treatment of substance abuse. I highly recommend this book." – Shauna Shapiro, PhD, professor at Santa Clara University and author of Mindful Discipline and The Art and Science of Mindfulness"Among the ever-growing number of resources for those privileged to share mindfulness with youth, this book stands out as an absolutely exquisitely crafted resource! The authors are extremely generous—sharing their wisdom, acknowledging the wisdom of the reader, and, most importantly, acknowledging the wisdom of the youth we serve. The book is grounded in research and provides nuanced guidance. Every chapter supports the reader in creating authentic connections with substance-using teens and sharing potent skills that they will actually use. The detailed notes to the facilitator and ‘what if’ scenarios are invaluable resources for readers committed to inspiring youth to choose to make meaningful changes in their lives." – Amy Saltzman, MD, author of A Still Quiet Place: A Mindfulness Program for Teaching Children and Youth to Ease Stress and Difficult Emotions and director of the Association for Mindfulness in Education"Himelstein and Saul have created a thoroughly detailed and researched compendium of how to apply mindfulness effectively in working with young people grappling with the complex issues of substance use and abuse. Their curricula beautifully weave experiential exercises, didactic information, and process-oriented techniques from multiple forms of learning, both through relationship building between adults and adolescents and among the adolescents themselves. In the spirit of the best pedagogy, the authors are able to train the trainers with the skill and finesse grounded in the solid foundation of their own clinical, teaching, and mindfulness practice and experience." – Larry Yang, Buddhist meditation teacherTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. Curriculum Development and Researched Outcomes 3. Using This Curriculum 12-Session Curriculum 4. Session 1: Introduction to the Program 5. Session 2: Mindfulness of Drugs and their Health Effects 6. Session 3: Reacting Vs. Responding 7. Session 4: Mindfulness of Delusion 8. Session 5: Emotional Awareness 9. Session 6: The Brain and Drugs 10. Session 7: Mindfulness of Craving 11. Session 8: Mindfulness of Triggers 12. Session 9: The Family System and Drugs 13. Session 10: Mindfulness of the Peer System 14. Session 11: Mindfulness of the External Environment 15. Session 12: Closing Ceremony

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Book SynopsisThis newly updated and streamlined edition of Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations provides proven strategies for combating alcohol and drug addiction through group psychotherapy. The interventions discussed in the book build on a foundation of addiction as an attachment disorder rooted in the understanding of addiction as a family disease. An appreciation of group and organizational dynamics is used to address the complex experience of developmental trauma that underlies addiction. Having identified the essential theoretical underpinnings of supporting recovery from addiction in Part One, the second half of the book gives a thorough nuts and bolts description of constructing a psychotherapy group and engaging productively in the successive phases of its development from initiation of treatment to termination. The book concludes with specific recommendations for group psychotherapists to increase their competence with groups, deepen their appreciation of groupTrade Review"Provides an enthusiastic, thoughtful, and clear endorsement of the effectiveness of group psychotherapy in the modern treatment of addiction. The brilliant use of metaphor and vignettes to explain complex phenomena aid greatly in understanding precisely how group is the best approach with this population. A must have and read for anyone in the field of addiction treatment."Christopher Stewart, MD, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, University of Louisville School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry; Training Director, Addiction Psychiatry Residency Program"Building on attachment theory and family dynamics, the authors describe an addictions-specific approach to group therapy, complementary with 12-step recovery and respectful of the offerings of multiple treatment approaches. Rather than ‘either-or,’ this volume offers a ‘yes, and’ perspective on how individuals find their recovery path within group frameworks. This volume has already made me a better clinician."Fred Baurer, MD, Medical Director, Kirkbride Center"What Yalom’s textbook on group psychotherapy is to the field of psychotherapy, Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations is sure to become to the field of working with addictions in group. The authors make a convincing case for understanding addictions as attachment disorders, and just as convincingly a case for the singular benefits of group treatment as an essential part of addiction treatment. This is the rare text that is essential for both beginning and advanced clinicians."Gil Spielberg, PhD, AGPA-F, certified Group Psychotherapist and training and supervising Psychoanalyst"This fourth edition of Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations brings up to date principles for conducting group therapy virtually in our post-covid world, addresses the issues of systemic racism and health inequity as they show up in groups, and importantly impresses upon the reader the importance of joy in the therapeutic group process." Kimberly Dennis, MD, CEDS, nationally recognized expert on recovery from eating disorders; Co-Founder and Medical Director at SunCloud Health"This is a ‘must read’ for anyone who deals with the family disease of addiction. The authors explain how the healing dynamics of group therapy may be integrated with the 12 step paradigm."Michael O’Malley, MB, BCh, BAO, CCFP, FCFP"Problems with substance use are described as a family problem, reflecting the need to address the dynamics in the person’s chosen family. The book draws from several knowledge bases including attachment theory to show how group experiences can be a powerful antidote to those challenges. The book relates theory as well as concrete guidance that would benefit anyone facilitating groups with people struggling with substance use."Noah Lipton, LCSW, MPA, Implementation Specialist, New York State Psychiatric Institute"Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations brilliantly elucidate the roots of addiction by illustrating the impact of the diseased family on the individual and skillfully characterizing addiction as an attachment disorder. They adeptly describe how the illness manifests in group and individual settings and most importantly, how the therapist can successfully navigate this therapeutically, making this book obligatory reading for all addiction providers."Paige Marnell, MD, Medical Director, Magnolia Center for Addictive Disease"Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations is an indispensable resource that sets the standard for substance use treatment in an easy-to-read work that will benefit clinicians of every skill level. It captures the intricacies of group psychotherapy, including the impact of modern culture and technology on mental health and the influence of virtual therapy platforms on the treatment of substance use disorders." Ryan Drzewiecki, PsyD, LP, Chief Clinical Officer, Sierra Tucson"Group Psychotherapy with Addicted Populations offers a breath of fresh air by holistic addressing the family disease. The authors are direct about the many barriers within the professional community to overcoming denial, trauma, professional ignorance, and narrowness of thinking which block more widespread progress in treating the family disease." Tom Adams, MSW, executive and leadership transition consultant and writer on addiction recovery"In clear-eyed, compelling, insightful prose, this book weaves together the major teachings of attachment theory, family systems theory, Freudian psychoanalysis, and the 12 Steps to make for a truly insightful magnum opus on the art and science of group process for addictions. The power of working in the ‘here and now’ as opposed to the ‘there and then,’ as well as the ways in which group dynamics are a re-enactment of dysfunctional family of origin dynamics support the emphasis on collective decision-making regarding group rules and boundaries. Current issues from COVID-19 to telehealth were woven into the discussion in relevant and helpful ways. This book is a must-read for anyone working in group therapy with persons recovering from addiction."Anna Lembke, MD, professor of psychiatry and author of Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence.Table of ContentsPart I: Theoretical Models 1. Addiction as an Attachment Disorder 2. Addiction is a Family Disease: An Attachment Theory Perspective 3. The Family is the Original Group: Group Relations and Addiction 4. Addiction is the Attempt to Maintain the Original Family: Trauma and its Re-enactment in Group Psychotherapy 5. Mutual Support is the Key to Constructing a Recovering Family: Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions 6. Addiction to Theory is the Group Psychotherapist’s Most Serious Resistance: Exposing the Blind Men and the Elephant Part II: Nuts and Bolts 7. Conception and Birth: Preparing a Group Member 8. Holding the Infant: The Opening Phase of Group Psychotherapy 9. Separation and Individuation: Rupture and Repair 10. Play and Adventure: Enabling Peer Support 11. Termination: Letting Go and Letting God 12. Preparation of the Group Psychotherapist

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Book SynopsisIn January 2014 sixteen year-old Daniel Spargo-Mabbs - a popular, big-hearted prom king - took a fatal overdose of MDMA. Her determination to make sure that other parents are better prepared to protect their children from harm has driven every word in Fiona Spargo-Mabbs' compelling, life-changing and life-saving book about teenagers and drugs.Trade ReviewIncredibly powerful and also very practical. Fiona wants to make sure no mum or dad ever has to go through what she went through. This book is a must-read. * Victoria Derbyshire *This is such an important book[...] Fiona has used her devastatingly sad experience with Daniel to help all of us and this book should be essential reading for parents of teenagers. * Gabby Logan *Incredibly powerful. I can't imagine what it must have been like to write [this book]. But in amongst the heart-breaking story, the information, advice and evidence is meticulously researched, and navigates every parent's worst nightmare without scaremongering. Every parent should read this: it's not a frightening message, it's empowering, and a message of hope. * Dr Suzi Gage, psychologist, podcaster and author of 'Say Why to Drugs' *A powerful and important book... Beautifully and poignantly written. I would recommend this book to every parent I know. * Professor Sarah-Jayne Blakemore *Written with determination, humility and sadness - any parent or carer will be better informed and wiser after reading it. * Professor Dame Carol Black *Fiona's story is heart-breaking, but her honesty and generosity in telling it will undoubtedly prevent other parents from finding themselves in a similar situation. This book is an absolute must for any parent wanting to have a meaningful conversation with their children about drugs. * Alicia Drummond, MBACP Accred., Founder, Teen Tips *A vital book which has the power to prevent tragic drug related deaths among young people. A must read for any parent. * Paul North, Volteface *Dan's beautiful, intelligent, witty, big-hearted character is the golden thread in I Wish I'd Known. There are excellent practical, achievable ideas for parents and professionals; there are also personal testimonies and insights into the legal and medical systems that make for essential reading for anyone concerned about young people's drug use. [From] living through the most painful experience a parent can face, I know I Wish I'd Known will grow many good things from a very bad thing. * Emma Crawshaw, CEO, Crew2000 *Beautifully written... a personal journey through the loss of a son, the book [also] provides a valuable resource of factual detail about drugs and alcohol. A must for parents, those working with young people, and young people themselves. * Betsy Thom, Professor of Health Policy, Middlesex University *Enlightening and informative... A book that educates as much as it moves, it deserves to be read far and wide, by parents and professionals alike. * Dr Ronny Cheung *A testament to parental love, and a resource of tremendous importance for all those who care about young people. * Lady Kate Cayley, Deputy Head of Boarding, Marlborough College *This book is a very significant achievement. * David Mackintosh, Global Public Health Network *An ambitious and important work. Moving, informative, honest and practical. * Dr Eric Carlin, Director, Director of Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems *This may be a life-saving book. Deeply personal and moving, yet packed with relatable, practical and expert information and advice, I Wish I'd Known is an invaluable guide for parents in supporting children to make safer choices about drugs and alcohol. Every parent should read it. * Laura Bunt, We Are With You *This book is unique and will transform many of the lives of its readers. * Professor Janusz Jankowski *This book is going to save so many young lives... Thank you, Fiona, for all you are doing to change the course of history * Elizabeth Burton Phillips MBE; Author, Founder of DrugFAM *If there was a national curriculum for parents, this book should be on it. * Stuart George, BBC Radio Stoke *

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Book SynopsisProviding tools to enhance treatment of any clinical problem, this book shows how integrating motivational interviewing (MI) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can lead to better client outcomes than using either approach on its own. The authors demonstrate that MI strategies are ideally suited to boost client motivation and strengthen the therapeutic relationship, whether used as a pretreatment intervention or throughout the course of CBT. User-friendly features include extensive sample dialogues, learning exercises for practitioners, and 35 reproducible client handouts that can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2 x 11 size. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series, edited by Stephen Rollnick, William R. Miller, and Theresa B. Moyers.Trade Review"With this book, the integration of MI and CBT takes a leap forward. Behavior therapists have, I believe, paid far too little attention to the substantial impact of interpersonal skills and the therapeutic relationship in shaping treatment engagement, retention, adherence, and outcome….Person-centered advocates could, in turn, be faulted for paying too little attention to empirical science in recent decades….Perhaps MI and CBT are like oil and water. My junior chemistry project in high school was a study of emulsifying agents that make it possible to blend oil and water. It was a portent of things to come. This book is an emulsifier."--from the Foreword by William R. Miller, PhD, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, The University of New Mexico; codeveloper of MI "An excellent resource. Rightly noting that CBT is hard work, the authors provide concrete strategies to capitalize on clients' own reasons for changing, while also avoiding the power struggles that can arise. As a clinical supervisor, I will recommend this book to my trainees as essential reading."--Shannon Sauer-Zavala, PhD, Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders and Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Boston University "This clear, concise, practical guide arms the clinician with the background required to intelligently integrate MI principles into a CBT formulation and apply MI techniques alongside CBT techniques in treatment. The authors have significant expertise, which they share in a highly readable, usable format. The book is filled with helpful illustrative examples and guides the reader through the steps without being overwhelming. A 'must have' for any clinician who wishes to apply MI in the context of CBT."--Christine Purdon, PhD, CPsych, Professor and Director of Clinical Training, Department of Psychology, University of Waterloo, Canada "Integrating MI into CBT is one of the most exciting and promising areas for improving the treatment of psychological disorders, but answers to questions of 'How?', 'When?', and 'How much?' were difficult to find until now. Naar and Safren present know-how and guidance to help the clinician conceptualize and effectively work with real-world clients who are struggling with competing motivations and fluctuating ambivalence and commitment. Packed with essential learning activities and reproducible tools, this book is an essential contribution to any mental health practitioner’s library. I will be recommending it as a text for our introductory doctoral-level 'how to do psychotherapy' unit or one of our more specialized advanced CBT units."--Peter J. Norton, PhD, Cairnmillar Institute, Melbourne, Australia “This is a unique contribution to the literature on CBT training and practice. There are excellent clinical examples and exercises targeting collaborative communication that would be extremely useful for instructors to review with early-career clinicians. The text addresses conflicts between CBT and MI and suggests ways to resolve them. The guidelines and activities it gives practitioners and trainees are accessible and clear.”--Donna M. Sudak, MD, Professor of Psychiatry, Senior Associate Training Director, and Director of Psychotherapy Training, Drexel University College of Medicine -This book integrates two excellent therapeutic approaches, motivational interviewing and CBT. It is easy to read and very practical, containing handouts that can be used with clients. This is an excellent resource for clinicians.--Doody's Review Service, 10/20/2017Table of ContentsForeword, William R. Miller 1. Integrating Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: Rationale, Approach, and Evidence 2. Building Alliance and Motivation at the Onset of Treatment 3. Evaluation and Treatment Planning 4. Self-Monitoring 5. Cognitive Skills 6. Behavioral and Emotion Regulation Skills 7. Promoting Between-Session Practice and Consistent Session Attendance 8. Maintenance 9. Using This Book as an Integrated Treatment Manual References Index

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Book Synopsis Gambling Disorder: A Clinical Guide to Treatment is a systematic, eloquent, and exhaustive examination of the etiology, psychopathology, neurobiology, and treatment of the disorder, which was reclassified for DSM-5. Building on its 2004 predecessor, Pathological Gambling, which was groundbreaking for its era, the second edition has been thoroughly restructured and is designed to prepare clinicians to diagnose, treat, and—most important of all—understand their patients with the disorder. More common than previously supposed, gambling disorder is associated with decreased self-esteem, comorbid substance use disorders, financial and legal difficulties, relationship and family stress, and suicidality. Yet, many clinicians are unaware of the personal and social consequences of this disorder, as well as its implications for public health. Accordingly, the book provides a detailed look at the effects of gambling on societal, familial, and individual health and well-being and prepares clinicians to accurately assess their patients and provide effective treatments. As befits a field that has been the recent focus of so much innovative and promising research, the new edition boasts a fresh roster of contributors, each of whom bring special insight to their areas of expertise. Noteworthy topics include: • Currently available screening and assessment instruments for diagnosing gambling disorder and monitoring symptom change are discussed in-depth, including psychometric properties, norms, administration methods, and scoring and interpretation of each instrument. • Online gambling and gambling-gaming convergence is considered in a new chapter, which explores the complex interplay between gambling and technology. Highlighted issues include the growth of interactive platforms, role of new player experiences and reward structures, tailoring of products to individuals, and integration into other online activities, such as gaming and social media.• Gender differences in epidemiology, phenomenology, psychiatric comorbidity, and biology have been identified among patients with gambling disorder, with important treatment implications. Similarly, older adults and young people can exhibit significant differences in behavior. These are explored in separate, clinically rich, chapters.• The always evolving field of gambling and criminal/legal issues is explored in a chapter on forensic issues in gambling, which examines the relationship of gambling disorder to antisocial personality disorder and domestic abuse, and looks at the interface between gambling and the legal system.• Tremendous advances in the treatment of gambling disorder have been made since the last edition, and these are reflected in comprehensive chapters on psychosocial and pharmacological treatments. Full of expert clinical knowledge and cutting-edge research, Gambling Disorder: A Clinical Guide to Treatment is the clinician's comprehensive guide to helping patients with gambling disorder find relief from this disabling disorder.Trade ReviewThis book presents up-to-date information regarding this frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed disorder. It will be useful in updating one's knowledge base regarding gambling disorder. -- Michael Easton, MD * Doody *Table of ContentsIntroductionChapter 1. Epidemiology: The Good, the Bad, and the UglyChapter 2. Clinical CharacteristicsChapter 3. Older AdultsChapter 4. Gender DifferencesChapter 5. Online Gambling and Gambling-Gaming ConvergenceChapter 6. Legal and Forensic IssuesChapter 7. Cognitive and Behavioral UnderpinningsChapter 8. NeurobiologyChapter 9. Screening and Assessment InstrumentsChapter 10. Understanding Youth Gambling Problems: Prevention and Treatment StrategiesChapter 11. Psychosocial TreatmentsChapter 12. Pharmacological TreatmentsAppendix A: DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for Gambling DisorderAppendix B: Early Intervention Gambling Health Test (EIGHT)Appendix C: Gambling Symptom Assessment Scale (G-SAS)Appendix D: South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS)Appendix E: Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale Modified for Pathological Gambling (PG-YBOCS)Index

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Book SynopsisIf you're the family member of an addict, you may feel confused, guilty, and scared of doing the wrong thing. And when you don't know how to help, you may find yourself in a codependent role, trying so hard to keep your addicted loved one alive, out of jail, or emotionally appeased that you may actually prevent them from realizing they need help.Drawing on her own personal experience with her brother's addiction, Addict in the House offers a pragmatic,step-by-step guide to dealing with a loved one's addiction, from accepting the reality of the disease to surviving what may be repeated cycles of recovery and relapse. You'll learn how to encourage your addicted loved one to get help without forcing it, and finally find the strength to let go of co-dependence.With this revealing and straightforward book, you'll have the support you need to take an honest look at how addiction has affected the family, cope with the emotional hurdles of having an addicted family member, create and maintain firm boundaries, and make informed decisions about how to best help your loved one.

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Book SynopsisAddiction is often thought about in terms of cause, be that brain chemistry, attachment patterns or cognitive schemas. But this does not allow an understanding of what addiction 'is'. It does not illuminate how addiction is lived. A phenomenology of addiction reveals that addiction is characterised by an intolerance of pain, a pursuit of pleasure, immediacy, technocratic solutions, alienation, ambiguity and is drenched in deception. These are its individual clinical manifestations, but this is also the way life, in this century is lived.The addict is thus the ultimate 21st century subject, consuming without end, intolerant of emotion and unable to grasp their own limitations. Rather than embraced, these subjects act as a denied symptom, haunting late capitalism and exposing the vampire-like nature of our culture. As such, these subjects need to be treated not just as individuals who have "gone too far", but as victims of the political agenda shaping our lives. Thus the heart of the book is a description of addiction deepened by existential-phenomenological theory. This description is then used to understand the historical emergence of addiction, its socio-political manifestation and also the crucial issue of how to clinically treat the addict-subject.Table of ContentsAcknowledgementsPrefacePart I Setting the agenda1. An introduction to addiction2. What is existential phenomenology?3. Existing theories of addictionPart II Dimensions of the addictive lifeworld4. Temporal dimension of addiction 5. The lived body of addiction 6. Being-with-others in addiction 7. The worlding of addiction8. The symbolic aspects of addiction Part III Towards a recovery from addiction9. Treating the addicted subjectReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisDrugs and drug use are an integral part of human culture. Yet we know hardly anything about drugs, at least not the kind of knowledge that would help us to understand how drugs affect people and how people beome addicted to drugs. This is most surprising in the light of the vast amount of knowledge accumulated in the sciences. Psychoanalysis might not be an obvious choice for the treatment of addiction. Nevertheless, it is in an excellent position to make a contribution to a problem that has so far defied much of our understanding. By inviting people to speak about themselves, psychoanalysis has established a unique way of collecting clinical material, a material that surely must be immediately relevant coming as it does from the horse's mouth. With addiction on the increase, this fact alone justifies the necessity for a different approach.Providing a theoretical foundation for the argument that psychoanalysis should be seriously considered, and where possible incorporated into the treament of addicts, this thoughtful and innovative book can serve as an orientation in the ongoing front-line battle with addicts and addiction.Divided into three parts, the first part deals with Freud's writings on addicton including an in-depth examination of his so called 'cocaine papers', the second part examines how various strands of Freud's work on addiction were continued by his followers, while the last part formulates a Lacanian theory of addiction. This book is indispensible for anyone interested in addiction, the evolution of Freud's work, or contemporary psychoanalysis.Trade ReviewDrugs and drug use are an integral part of human culture. Yet we know hardly anything about drugs, at least not the kind of knowledge that would help us to understand how drugs affect people and how people beome addicted to drugs. This is most surprising in the light of the vast amount of knowledge accumulated in the sciences. Psychoanalysis might not be an obvious choice for the treatment of addiction. Nevertheless, it is in an excellent position to make a contribution to a problem that has so far defied much of our understanding. By inviting people to speak about themselves, psychoanalysis has established a unique way of collecting clinical material, a material that surely must be immediately relevant coming as it does from the horse's mouth. With addiction on the increase, this fact alone justifies the necessity for a different approach. Providing a theoretical foundation for the argument that psychoanalysis should be seriously considered, and where possible incorporated into the treament of addicts, this thoughtful and innovative book can serve as an orientation in the ongoing front-line battle with addicts and addiction.Divided into three parts, the first part deals with Freud's writings on addicton including an in-depth examination of his so called 'cocaine papers', the second part examines how various strands of Freud's work on addiction were continued by his followers, while the last part formulates a Lacanian theory of addiction. This book is indispensible for anyone interested in Addiction, the evolution of Freud's work, or contemporary psychoanalysis.Table of ContentsForeword -- Preface -- Classical Foundations for a Theory on Addiction: The Energetics of Libido and the Economics of Desire -- Introduction -- The place of cocaine in the work of Freud -- Freud's pre-analytical period -- A limit to Freud's dream -- Freud’s war during the “inter-bellum”: the death-drive and the extermination of happiness -- Conclusion -- The Post-Freudian Reduction of a Field and the Fruits of a Confrontation -- Introduction -- Between drive and ego: the ascent of the subject -- Elements for a Lacanian Theory (and Treatment) of Addiction: The Administration of Toxicity -- Introduction -- The pleasure before death: the symbolic, the imaginary and jouissance -- The death of pleasure: the real, the body and jouissance -- Science, addiction and diagnosis: a question of administration -- Addiction and discourse: a moral question and the ethics of treatment -- Conclusion

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Book SynopsisIn this haunting memoir, Alison Gold gives a luminous account of key moments in her life that brought her to be the writer she is. They tell of her early activism; they tell of her descent into alcoholism; they tell of her recovery; they tell of her discovery of the power of writing to give a shape and meaning to a life. Found and Lost is both a tender memorial to the extraordinary people in her life, and a compelling tale of redemption. Starting with her childhood experience of running her primary school 'Lost and Found' depot, Gold develops, though a series of letters, a meditation on ageing, friendship, loss and the forces that link us to the dead. In the very act of writing, she begins to find a route out of depression and grief. Alison Leslie Gold is best known for her works that have kept alive stories from the time of the Holocaust, stories of courage and survival - most famously her Anne Frank Remembered, co-authored with Miep Gies (who risked her life to protect the Frank family). She has never chosen to write about her own life or what made her into a gatherer of other people's stories, until now, in Found and Lost. For she has chosen to go back to her childhood in order to chart the origin of her need to save objects, stories, people - including herself - who she has sensed to be on a road to perdition.Trade Review'Let us give recognition to Alison Gold. Without her and her talent, too, this poignant account, vibrating with humanity, would not have been written.' Ellie Wiesel on Anne Frank Remembered

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Book SynopsisEveryone ‘knows’ what addiction is and what should be done for it. But as this book shows, individual experience cannot apply universally. The psychology of denial – addicts telling themselves that they aren't addicted – is the most devastating feature of addiction.This book offers much practical guidance, with reference to entirely anonymised individual experiences. The entire emphasis of the book is on what works. It also explains why some approaches do not work.The author contends that there are three causes for addiction: the antecedent cause is probably genetic; the contributory cause is emotional, physical or social trauma leading to a craving for mood-alteration; the precipitant cause is exposure – discovering something that lifts our mood. Treatment, he believes, will therefore also have to be in three phases, in reverse order: abstinence; emotional (not intellectual) therapy; daily relapse prevention by working the Twelve Step Programme first formulated by Alcoholics Anonymous. Dr Lefever explains specific addictions. These come in three clusters: hedonistic, nurturant and relationship. Some addicts have just one of these clusters, some two, some all. He shows how patients and their families can take action to unblock delay in seeking recovery. He considers known intervention techniques and family work in tackling compulsive helping, where pain is the great teacher.This practical book, which also explains the key terminology used in the field, offers important guidance on life in recovery, on real friendships, on spontaneity, creativity and enthusiasm.Dr Lefever also examines the future of addiction treatment, as well as its politics.

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Book SynopsisVamık D. Volkan recounts the story of Judy, a woman attempting to solve her early life deprivations through non-chemical addiction. He provides an understanding of the psychology behind such an addiction and also illustrates pertinent therapeutic concepts and issues which arose in Judy’s case. These include built-in transference, twinning, interpretation, dreams, hoarding, acting out, and therapeutic play. By paying attention to such things, it is possible to gain a greater understanding of the internal worlds of patients with preoedipal deprivations, conflicts, and fixations. For this case, Dr Volkan undertook the role of supervisor to an analyst in training. The topics of the psychoanalytic supervisor–supervisee relationship and the supervisor’s emotional reactions toward the patient, whom the supervisor never meets, are rather ignored in the psychoanalytic literature. This book gives an open and frank overview of the relationship, reporting not only what was said but also what lay behind the words. Written in Dr Volkan’s characteristically accessible style, this book will be enjoyed equally by those under supervision as those providing it, and provides an excellent overview of work with addiction.Trade Review‘The author’s approach and style result in a clear explanation of the key points while maintaining interest for the reader. This is not a dry read and is best suited to reading from cover to cover. […] This is an enjoyable read and a good starting point to delve deeper into the concepts offered within. I found Volkan’s book to be a good addition to my library.’ -- Beverly Neeson, student member of BACP, ‘Therapy Today’ March 2022'In his latest book, Vamik Volkan, esteemed psychoanalyst, scholar and prolific author, takes up the phenomenon of sexually compulsive behaviour [...] The story is one that describes the layered, at times daunting, analytic journey of Judy, Dr Rowan and Volkan, and reminds us of the power of analytic treatment and its usefulness with some of the most complicated and entrenched repetitive behaviours and destructive patterns.' -- Drew Tillotson, The International Journal of Psychoanalysis, 103:2, 2022Table of ContentsAbout the author About this book Chapter 1 A “hunter” of men Chapter 2 Psychoanalytic perspectives on addictions Chapter 3 Built-in transference Chapter 4 Twinning Chapter 5 Judy’s analysis begins: Establishing a psychoanalytic foundation and linking interpretations Chapter 6 The first dream and Judy’s first year of analysis Chapter 7 Animals, birds, fish, or insects “on the couch” Chapter 8 Judy’s dog Chapter 9 Analysands’ actions Chapter 10 Therapeutic play Chapter 11 Therapeutic neutrality and countertransference Chapter 12 Reaching P and renovating a new house Chapter 13 Finding R Chapter 14 What happened to Judy after I stopped working with Dr. Rowan? References Index

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Book SynopsisUse goal-oriented techniques for successful family therapy with substance abusers!Family therapy is an essential core competency for substance-abuse counselors, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Family Solutions for Substance Abuse: Clinical and Counseling Approaches delivers the information and techniques you need to effectively treat addicts and their families. By understanding and changing the dynamics of the family system, you will be better able to guide your clients to adopt strategies and behaviors that sustain recovery and maintain healthy relationships.Family Solutions for Substance Abuse provides clear models of diagnosis and intervention for families, whether that means couples, teenagers and their parents, or Mom, Dad, and the kids. The theoretical background on family systems will help you understand the context of the client's addiction and the way it affects and is affected by other family members. Numerous case studies and figures bring the expert advice and theory into the practical realm so you can choose the best strategies for helping the shattered family heal.Family Solutions for Substance Abuse will teach you useful therapeutic skills and strategies, including: understanding interdependence joining with different family members negotiating goals and contracts dealing with family violence assessing motivation handling relapses ending treatment Treating addictions is notoriously difficult for even the most skilled therapist working with the most motivated client. Using the techniques in Family Solutions for Substance Abuse offers you and your clients a better chance at success, because addicts whose families share their treatment are much more likely to stay in counseling and remain clean and sober.Table of ContentsChapter 1 Why Work with Families in Substance Abuse Treatment?; Chapter 2 Understanding the Family in Context: Family Systems Theory and Practice, Wendy Snyder; Chapter 3 What Makes a Difference in Treatment?; Chapter 4 Working with Families: Basic Skills; Chapter 5 Assessing Motivation; Chapter 6 Negotiating a Contract for Therapy; Chapter 7 Problem and Solution Sequences; Chapter 8 The Ups and Downs of Change; Chapter 9 Ending Treatment;

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Book SynopsisA widely adopted practitioner resource and course text, this book shows how to apply knowledge about behavior change in general -- and the stages-of-change model in particular -- to make substance abuse treatment more effective. The authors are leaders in the field who describe ways to tailor interventions for clients with varying levels of motivation or readiness to change. They draw on cutting-edge theory and research on the transtheoretical model to explain what works (and what doesn't work) at different stages of change. Rich clinical examples illustrate the whats, whys, and how-tos of using the stages-of-change model to inform treatment planning and intervention for individuals, groups, couples, and families. New to This Edition *Reflects the ongoing development of the stages-of-change model and research advances over the past decade. *Chapter on stage-based brief interventions in health care, social service, and community settings. *Group treatment chapter Trade Review"For over a decade, the stages-of-change model has created a paradigm shift in the conceptualization, design, and delivery of treatment services for substance use disorders. This updated volume reflects the ongoing evolution of the theoretical model and its ever-expanding clinical application. Particularly noteworthy is a completely revised chapter on group treatment and an intriguing new chapter on applications in health care and other settings. This book is both a valuable treatment guide for clinicians and an excellent classroom text for students."--Arnold M. Washton, PhD, Executive Director, Recovery Options, New York City and Princeton, New Jersey "This is a unique volume produced by leading experts in the addiction field. It presents key concepts related to the process of change and shows how they can inform treatment. The book is straightforward and highly readable, with engaging clinical examples."--Marc Galanter, MD, Director, Division of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, New York University School of Medicine "The path toward successful resolution of substance use problems is not an easy one. This book offers up-to-date research and clinical information focusing on processes of change when working with individuals with problematic substance use. The roadmap to change offered in this book can be used by a wide range of clinicians. Updates in the second edition address the current needs of the field and add to the utility of the book for clinicians, students, and instructors."--Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner, PhD, LCSW, Silver School of Social Work, New York University"I have been using this text for four years in my Treatment Delivery course. The text describes in detail the stages encountered in making any significant lifestyle change, and helps students conceptualize and understand the process of recovery. Students get valuable insights into how to plan interventions that assist clients to move from each stage of change to the next."--E. Michael Bartlinski, LCSW-C, Adjunct Professor of Human Services, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, Maryland (on the first edition)- A rock solid book. It deserves to be utilized in the best and most up-to-date addiction education programs. --Journal of Teaching in the Addictions, 1/9/2013ƒƒ A superb text that provides an excellent foundation for evidence-based practices for those clinicians who work in both administrative and clinical capacities with this challenging population. --Clinical Social Work Journal, 1/9/2013ƒƒ The transtheoretical model is enormously popular with practitioners and researchers in the addictions field....Readers now have an authoritative source on the clinical application of the transtheoretical model. --Journal of Studies on Alcohol, 1/9/2013ƒƒ More than just a 'how-to-do' manual—readers will find it to be more of a 'how to think' book....A useful, practical, and well-written guide for both students and professionals involved in the treatment of alcohol and other drug problems. Therapists will appreciate the many clinical case studies presented throughout the text. --Addiction, 1/9/2013ƒƒ This book is unique in the field of chemical dependency assessment and treatment since it is the first comprehensive application of Prochaska and DiClemente's therapeutic stages-of-change model to problems of substance abuse and treatment....Recommended for any library collecting literature on substance abuse treatment for the use of upper-division undergraduates through faculty and professionals. --Choice, 1/3/2002Table of Contents1. Background and Overview2. The Stages of Change3. Assessment4. Treatment Planning5. Individual Treatment6. Group Treatment7. Couple Treatment and Family Involvement8. Populations with Special Needs: The Cases of Women and DUI Offenders9. Relapse10. Applications in Opportunistic Settings11. Final Thoughts and Future Directions

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Book SynopsisAdolescent substance use can interfere with cognitive, emotional, and social development and may even affect later functioning in adult domains such as parenting and employment. The Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) recognized that this problem does not arise anew in adolescence, but in fact has roots in childhood. CSAP identified four critical predictors from childhood for substance use that could be valuable targets for prevention of adolescent substance use: parental management of and involvement with the child, and the child's social competence, self-regulation, and school achievement. In this book, the editors bring together a body of intervention research into a practical guide that shows how seven selected prevention programs address these risk factors. After introducing the developmental and setting factors that affect risk for substance use, a general framework for translating this research into practice is provided. Chapters describing each intervention contain user-friendly explanations of the theoretical basis, intended population, methods and procedures, and critical implementation characteristics of each program and summarize how it was tested and shown to reduce risk for substance abuse. Illustrative case examples are woven throughout the text, showing the benefits gained from the approach. The book is organized to describe interventions that apply to participants at differing developmental periods. Chapters include programs for universal or general population and for high risk youth and families. The included chapters cover programs developed and tested for a variety of ethnic and cultural groups across varying locations.Table of ContentsContributorsForeword—Joseph A. Califano, Jr.Preventing Substance Abuse: An Overview—José Szapocznik, Patrick Tolan, Soledad Sambrano, and Seth J. SchwartzI. Key Concepts for Prevention Research and Practice Development in Childhood and Adolescence: Implications for Prevention Research and Practice—Marija G. Dunn and Ada C. Mezzich Research to Practice: Bringing Effective Prevention to Every Community—Paul J. Brounstein, Stephen E. Gardner, and Thomas E. Backer II. Interventions for Preschool Children: Ages 3 to 5 Incredible Years Parent and Teacher Training Series: A Head Start Partnership to Promote Social Competence and Prevent Conduct Problems—Carolyn Webster-Stratton and M. Jamila Reid Project STAR: Early Intervention With Preschool Children and Families for the Prevention of Substance Abuse—Ruth A. Kaminski and Elizabeth A. Stormshak III. Interventions for Elementary School Children: Ages 6 to 8 Schools and Families Educating Children: A Preventive Intervention for Early Elementary School Children—Deborah Gorman-Smith, Patrick H. Tolan, David B. Henry, —Elena Quintana, Kelly Lutovsky, and Amy Lenventhal The Early Risers "Skills for Success" Program: A Targeted Intervention for Preventing Conduct Problems and Substance Abuse in Aggressive Elementary School Children—Gerald J. August, Michael L. Bloomquist, George M. Realmuto, and Joel M. Hetkner The Strengthening Families Program: An Evidence-Based, Multicultural Family Skills Training Program—Karol L. Kumpfer, Rose Alvarado, Connie Tait, and Henry O. Whiteside IV. Interventions for Preadolescent Children and Young Adolescents: Ages 9 to 14 The Coping Power Program: Preventive Intervention at the Middle School Transition—John E. Lochman, Karen C. Wells, and Maureen Murray Familias Unidas: A Systemic, Parent-Centered Approach to Preventing Problem Behavior in Hispanic Adolescents—Hilda Pantin, Seth J. Schwartz, J. Douglas Coatsworth, Summer Sullivan, Ervin Briones, and José Szapocznik V. ConclusionsDevelopmental Opportunities for Prevention of Substance Abuse—Patrick Tolan, Jose Szapocznik, and Soledad Sambrano IndexAbout the Editors

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Tommy Rosen is a true leader in the world of addiction recovery. In his book, Recovery 2.0, he offers transformational guidance for anyone ready and willing to release the chains of addiction. This book is a true service to the world."— Gabrielle Bernstein, New York Times best-selling author of Miracles Now"Tommy Rosen has written something extraordinary that is going to change the way people look at addiction and how to approach recovery from it. His rallying cry that we must bring the gifts of yoga and meditation together with the power of the 12 Steps is timely and important. And his emphasis on healthy food choices as part of any complete recovery strategy is cutting edge. As Tommy says, ‘Get psyched. Your life is about to change.’"— Christopher Kennedy Lawford, New York Times best-selling author of Symptoms of Withdrawal, activist, and actor"Recovery 2.0 is a must for anyone who has either struggled with addiction or knows someone who has. Tommy has a perspective on recovery that is ahead of the curve. This book will become your go-to so you can learn to thrive beyond addiction. If you want sobriety and fulfillment, this is your book."— Mastin Kipp, founder of TheDailyLove.com"In a field and subject matter littered with failure, Tommy Rosen and Recovery 2.0 are paving a new way forward. Whether you or a loved one is struggling with any form of addiction, this book is a must read!"— Nick Ortner, New York Times best-selling author of The Tapping Solution"Tommy Rosen is a clear-seeing and compassionate teacher who has done the work himself and mastered the ability to help others do the same."— Rolf Gates, author of Meditations from the Mat: Daily Reflections on the Path of Yoga"Through his own journey into recovery and becoming a global yoga teacher, mentor, and guide, Tommy has made a tremendous contribution to all beings about the nature of addiction, the liberation through embodying the ground of our own being, and discovering the high of our own inner pharmacy. Highly recommended for all on the path to recovering our essential Self."— Shiva Rea, author of Tending the Heart Fire and founder of Prana Vinyasa Flow and Global Mala Project"Recovery 2.0is part memoir, part guidebook, and part love letter—written from a deeply caring and experienced friend, Tommy Rosen. Tommy’s honest and direct storytelling helps us to understand the power of addiction and encourages us to be open to the varying tools, both traditional and contemporary—including yoga—that can end our addictive behaviors, while also understanding the internalized trauma that is core to both our dis-ease and our healing. I love this book and know that it will serve as a practical and spiritual resource for many on their path to recovery."— Seane Corn, yoga teacher and co-founder Off the Mat, Into the World"Anyone in search of holistic, sustainable addiction recovery will treasure this book. Birthed though the lived experience of his own addiction and recovery, Tommy Rosen has created an important resource for all affected by the dis-ease of addition."— R. Nikki Myers, founder of Y12SR: The Yoga of 12-Step Recovery

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Book SynopsisIn her New York Times bestseller Unbroken Brain, journalist Maia Szalavitz took an unflinching look at addiction, challenging the idea of the broken brain to offer a groundbreaking perspective on addiction as a learning disorder. Now she turns her keen eye and narrative powers to the surprisingly simple--and extremely divisive--practice of harm reduction, which is a revolutionary means to solving the drug addiction crisis.Drug overdoses now kill more Americans annually than guns, cars or breast cancer. But in the name of sending the right message, we have criminalized drug addiction, denied those who are addicted medical care, housing and other benefits, and have deliberately allowed the spread of fatal diseases. Yet there is an alternative to our present system, one that has been proven to work, but which runs counter to the received wisdom of our criminal and medical industrial complexes. It is called harm reduction.A surprisingly simple idea with eno

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Book SynopsisDrug problems have a profound impact on families. Mothers and fathers, brothers, sisters and children are frequently caught in the maelstrom that drug problems almost inevitably create. Within the UK there is a serious lack of information on the experiences of families attempting to live and cope with a family members' drug problem. Drug Addiction and Families is an exploration of the impact of drug use on families, and of the extent to which current practice meets the needs of families as well as problem drug users.Drawing on a substantial research study comprising interviews with problem drug users and their extended family, Marina Barnard examines the effects of drug use not only on drug users themselves, but also the feelings of anger, sadness, anxiety, shame and loss that are commonly experienced by their extended family. She records the effects of drug use on family dynamics and relationships, including possible social and emotional costs. Its impact on the physical and mental health of family members is also discussed. The author highlights the often overlooked role of grandparents in protecting the children of drug users and considers the perspectives of practitioners such as teachers, social workers and health professionals. The conclusions drawn point to the fact that current service provision, in treating the problem drug user in isolation, fails to address the needs of drug-affected families, and misses the opportunity to develop family-oriented support and treatment.This accessible and insightful book is invaluable reading for drug workers, social workers, health professionals and all practitioners working with families affected by drug use.Trade ReviewBarnard's research demonstrates how drug use affects every level of function within a family. Using a large number of vignettes she covers the problems of drug use from the viewpoint of family members and professionals working with families. From an academic stance this book provides a large amount of material. Her research covers discovery, parenting, growing up with drugs in the family, the role of the extended family and exposure to drugs... Barnard's book highlights the problem that possibly many working in the field of drug misuse already knew. Every library should have a copy of this book and it should read and acted on. -- Mental Health practiceProfessor Marina Barnard works at the Centre for Drug Misuse Research at the University of Glasgow. In Drug Addiction and Families she has created a powerful book. She uses the words of children and adults and it is difficult not to feel moved by the experiences and feelings expressed, nor to avoid sharing Barnard's frustration at the responses of services. The book examines the impact of drug use on all members of the family including the reactions of parents whose child is using drugs, sibling relationships and the affects of parental drug use on children.In 2003, the Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs published Hidden Harm, its watershed report on parental drug misuse. Not only did it raise awareness, but it was also the catalyst for improvements in service provision and inter-agency working. But Barnard argues that it is not just about systems and processes and she believes there is a need to drill down to, and possibly change, assumptions and relationships between practitioners and families. One key assumption is that a parent who misuses drugs is not necessarily a bad parent. However, as Barnard is right to emphasise, we do no help parents or their children if we fail to recognise the potential for their parental capacity to be compromised, and attempts not to stigmatise should not outweigh the need and preparedness to intervene. For this point alone, the book should be compulsory reading for anyone in contact with a member of a family affected by drug use.Families affected by drug abuse can be helped, but the challenge is to ensure the funding and the aspirations of policy are translated into the actions of service providers. As Barnard says, if we fail to help families we should not say we did not know what they were going through. You won't be able to after reading this book. -- Children Now MagazineThis book is valuable for families living with addiction, to share strategies and experiences... Professor Barnard brings together interview extracts from drug users, their children, siblings, parents and practitioners in what makes for a challenging and powerful read. It provides a stark reminder for a practitioner working with adults that addiction does not only affect the client in front of us. It explores some of the challenges we face - for example, complexities of balancing the therapeutic relationship with child-protection issues. Also considered was the impact of addiction on siblings: how their needs become secondary to that of the user, and potential initiation into drugs from the using sibling. There are also accounts from the extended family, and the role (often unacknowledged) that they play in trying to keep the family together. -- Addiction Treatment TodayThe most common and damaging misunderstanding about drug dependancy is that it only concerns the person using the drugs. If we could just fix the addict then everything else would be alright. It is a perception which not only places enormous pressure on the individual who is dependent on drugs but it also ignores the pain experienced by families and loved ones. One of the first lessons I learned as a recovering alcoholic was that what I considered 'my' problem was in fact a problem for a lot of other people as well. The pain and illness spreads out from the addict to encompass partners, children, siblings and friends. The family can find itself caught in a web of denial, shame, anger and sheer bewilderment as the drug user is pulled away from them by the force of addiction.Marina Barnard has written a powerful book which addresses the crisis faced by families as they attempt to cope with the effects of drug misuse. Her great skill is to blend rigorous research with keen insights and all backed up by a profound humanity. As somebody who knows something of the pain of this territory I cannot recommend her work strongly enough. She both knows and cares - a rare combination in a field where academic studies can too often forget or under-represent the human dimension. -- Fergal Keane, Special Correspondent for BBC NewsTable of ContentsForeword. 1. What is the problem? 2. Family Journeys of Discovery, Adaptation and Expulsion: Cycles of Response to Drugs in the Family. 3. Distorted Roles and Strained Relationships. 4. Practitioner Responses to Mothers and Fathers, Brothers and Sisters of Problem Drug Users. 5. Parenting in the Midst of a Drug Problem. 6. Children Growing Up with Parents who have Drug Problems. 7. Stepping into the Breach: When the Extended Family Takes on the Care of Children. 8. Proliferating Problems: Exposure to Drugs and Drug Initiation. 9. Practitioner Responses to Drugs in the Home. 10. Conclusion: What Needs to Happen? A Case of Tinkering or Overhaul? References. Subject index. Author index.

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Book SynopsisResponding to the Oppression of Addiction brings together the voices of over 40 academics and social work practitioners from across Canada to provide a diverse and multidimensional perspective to the study of addiction. This thoroughly updated edition features eight new chapters and streamlines the content of the previous editions, with chapters condensed and combined to create a more accessible text.The fourth edition features new content on themes such as residential schools, prevention initiatives, special needs of different populations, policy perspectives framed within an anti-oppression standpoint, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the emerging topic of problem gambling. Returning chapters have been updated, with contributors providing more in-depth examinations of trauma-informed approaches. The entire volume has a strengthened anti-oppressive framework, on both an overarching and by-chapter level. This celebrated and varied collection is an indispensable resource for upper-level students, graduate students, and practitioners working in the fields of social work, addictions studies, and the helping professions.Trade Review"Within a holistic framework, this collection of readings offers the current landscape of addictions issues spanning micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice across Canada. Written by social workers for social workers—plus a moving personal narrative by Thomas Miller, a non-social worker who identifies himself as a Native of Canada—the book highlights intersectionality across a range of marginalized populations and the importance of trauma-informed practice. Useful as a resource for practicing social workers, as a course textbook, or as individual chapters to supplement another textbook."—Kimberly A. Calderwood, PhD, RSW, Full Professor, Department of Social Work, Trent UniversityPraise for the Third Edition:"This new edition begins by providing a necessary and comprehensive foundation to the understanding of addiction. The updated chapters and exciting new content enhance the relevancy of this text as a valuable resource for students, both within the social work curriculum and beyond into practice."—Tracey A. Bone, Faculty of Social Work, University of ManitobaTable of Contents Preface PART 1: CORE CONCEPTS Introduction to the section 1. Creating a Holistic Understanding of Addiction 2. From Laggard to Leader? Drug Policy in Canada 3. Canada's Legal Approach to Substance Use and Addiction 4. The Opioid Crisis in Canada 5. Prevention as Controversy: Harm Reduction PART 2: THE INTERSECTION OF FAMILY AND ADDICTION Introduction to the section 6. Coming Home: Rediscovering the Family in Addiction Treatment in Canada 7. Perinatal Substance Use Disorders 8. The Treatment of Adolescent Substance Misuse 9. Impact of Addiction on Parenting Post-Separation 10. The Intersections of Substance Use, Sexual Activity, and Addiction 11. The Intersection of Intimate Partner Violence and Addiction: A Two-Tail Phenomenon PART 3: A QUESTION OF EQUITY Introduction to the section 12. Understanding the Ultimate Oppression: Addiction in Native Land 13. I Have Kept Too Many Secrets: The Residential School Experience 14. Identifying the Landscape of Substance Use among the Inuit in Nunavut 15. The Experience of Addiction within the Black Community: Treatments and Responses 16. A House with Many Rooms: A Snapshot of Substance Use Across Muslim Populations 17. The Experiences of Chinese Youth in Drug Treatment Programs 18. Understanding Substance Use and Addiction from a Queer Perspective: Towards Mobilizing a Queer-Oriented Harm Reduction Approach 19. Examining the Intersection of Addiction and Issues of Ability 20. Concurrent Disorders and Social Work Intervention PART 4: TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS Introduction to the section 21. Is Alcoholics Anonymous of Value for Social Workers? 22. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies: The Three Waves of CBT 23. Trauma Issues and Substance Use: Considerations for Social Work Practice 24. Narrative Therapy Ideas and Practices for Working with Addiction 25. PAWSitive Support: A Canine Assisted Learning Program to Support Prisoners in Healing from Substance Use

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