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Innovations in Alcoholism Treatment

其他書名	State of the Art Reviews and Their Implications for Clinical Practice
出版	Psychology Press, 1993
主題	Medical / Allied Health Services / GeneralMedical / NeurologyPsychology / Psychopathology / AddictionSocial Science / Popular Culture
ISBN	156024657X9781560246572
URL	http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=FgeqJBxs06YC&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋This book helps busy professionals stay abreast of the vast amount of diverse yet related research being conducted in the field of alcoholism. Innovations in Alcoholism Treatment reviews and integrates a variety of contemporary topics to help professionals understand the nature of alcohol use disorders and to develop strategies for identification and treatment. Each chapter contains a summary and synthesis of current research as well as commentaries on clinical and research implications. Directions for future research are also indicated. Together, the chapters illuminate where the field has been, where it is now, and where it may be heading in terms of important clinical research issues.

Authors provide state-of-the-art reviews and perspectives on important current areas of research in the field of alcoholism. Some of the topics they cover are:

early identification of alcohol problems
biological indicators of alcohol problems
modern disease models of substance abuse
sociocultural aspects of alcohol abuse, specifically ethnicity and gender
drinking moderation strategies

Authors not only identify shortcomings in present knowledge and methodologies but also emphasize the numerous advances that are occurring throughout the field. This balanced, enlightening book helps readers catch up on current work in the field. Innovations in Alcoholism Treatment is of interest to instructors teaching courses on alcohol problems and to counselors in the substance use field.