Synopses & Reviews
Review
"This book had no equal in the addiction field when it was first written, and that remains true now. This greatly revised second edition builds on and improves the original volume. The volume focuses on the most prominent treatment theories and does so in an unusual way. Each of the theoretical perspectives on treatment has paired chapters: the first focuses on theory, and the second translates the theory into practice. Addressing a broad audience, the book is suitable for all levels of teaching, from undergraduate to graduate and substance abuse certification. We have found it to be an ideal text for our masters- and doctoral-level courses. It will be useful for seasoned addiction counselors as well as general psychotherapists and health care practitioners wanting to learn the foundations of major interventions and how to approach and treat substance abusers."--Linda C. Sobell, PhD, and Mark B. Sobell, PhD, Center for Psychological Studies, Nova Southeastern University
"The theoretical model or framework you use to think about substance use disorders has a substantial impact on your approach to treatment. While many models exist, psychologists, social workers, and substance abuse counselors are typically trained in only one. This volume provides up-to-date coverage of the major approaches to treating substance abuse. Clinicians learn to 'think outside the box,' gaining helpful new perspectives on how clients' problems may be understood and managed."--Reid K. Hester, PhD, Director, Research Division, Behavior Therapy Associates LLP, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"Focusing on prominent theories of substance abuse, this excellent text offers timely reviews of empirically supported treatments, with an eye toward the integration of research and practice. The second edition incorporates new data as well as entirely new chapters on cognitive-behavioral theories of substance abuse, behavioral-economic principles, and the use of contingency management techniques. An additional new chapter provides a clinically oriented integration of the various techniques. This last is particularly useful given current mandates to prioritize empirically supported interventions that 'bridge the gap' between research and practice. This is an invaluable text for students at all levels, along with clinicians and researchers."--Dennis M. Donovan, PhD, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institute and Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle
"Ideal for a survey or core course at either the graduate or undergraduate level."--Christopher Patrone, PsyD, Chestnut Hill College, Philadelphia
Synopsis
Provides a thorough introduction to the five most prominent theories of substance abuse treatment -- 12-step, psychodynamic, behavioral, marital/family, and motivational -- and describes how each theory is translated into actual clinical practice.
Synopsis
An ideal clinical resource, this volume features comprehensive yet concise descriptions of the five most prominent theories of substance abuse treatment alongside accessible, companion chapters on how to translate each theory into actual clinical practice. Written by noted theoreticians and practitioners, many of whom are also actively involved in clinical research on the addictions, the book also includes a chapter on emerging pharmacological approaches, making it a singularly complete reference on the treatment of substance abuse.
The five theoretical approaches presented are:
* 12-Step
* Psychodynamic
* Behavioral
* Marital/Family
* Motivational
For each, a complementary clinical chapter liberally utilizes case examples that bring the issues to life. In addition, the chapter on pharmacological treatments includes information on how they might best be integrated with the psychosocial approaches described.
An ideal classroom text for providing students with both a broad overview of the field and concrete instruction on clinical practice, Treating Substance Abuse will be valued by advanced undergraduate students in courses on addictions and their treatment; by graduate students in clinical psychology, social work, and medicine; and by substance abuse counselors in training. Treatment professionals will find it serves as a quick and easy reference to state-of-the-art substance abuse treatment as it is conceptualized and practiced in the United States today.
Synopsis
This widely used clinical resource and text captures the breadth of current knowledge about substance abuse and its treatment. For each of the major contemporary treatment approaches, a chapter on basic assumptions and theories is followed by a chapter bringing clinical applications to life. Expert contributors provide coverage of 12-step, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, marital/family, and motivational approaches.
About the Author
"This is one of few publications that attempts to objectively look at a variety of treatment models for substance abuse disorders....It will be especially useful to clinicians looking to expand the treatment options for their patient population." --Michael Easton, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center,
Doodys"An excellent perspective on effective psychosocial treatment for substance abuse. Because of the rich variety of approaches presented, this book allows for dealing with the many different presentations the clinician encounters. It provides a clear introduction to the latest individual, family, behavioral, and AA-oriented techniques. Valuable to the experienced clinician and student alike. A truly fine job!" --Marc Galanter, MD, Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Division of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse, New York University
"Rotgers, Keller and Morgenstern have rendered the addiction services community a unique service by compiling a set of theory-practice chapters covering every major approach to substance abuse. The result is intellectually robust, clinically helpful, and highly enjoyable reading. The range and depth of these chapters will be hard to match. Therefore, this book has my strongest recommendation to and for mental health professionals, students, and all those who wish to augment their knowledge of substance abuse and its treatment." --Jerome D. Levin, PhD, Director, Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor Training Program, New School for Social Research
"Provides a unique coverage of both treatment theory and treatment techniques for five major and important approaches to substance abuse treatment. The wave of the future in substance abuse treatment involves some form of matching clients to the most suitable treatment approach in order to achieve the best therapeutic outcome. No longer will it be sufficient to rely on one approach. Treatment programs and professionals who wish to survive and prosper will need to master multiple approaches. This volume is an excellent resource for both novice and experienced substance abuse professionals who want to prepare themselves for emerging trends in the substance abuse field through the year 2000 and beyond." --Timothy J. O'Farrell, Ph.D., Harvard Medical School
"Given the constant changes in the field of addiction, this text is extremely timely. It truly demonstrates the need for integrating scientific theory and practice. Each chapter draws on the experience and knowledge of individuals who are authorities on their respective approaches and clearly illustrates how the theories and strategies can be implemented into the techniques necessary in clinical practice. Certainly this is a text that has value to a wide audience, including both the newcomer and the seasoned clinician in the field of addiction. The presentations of the models and interventions make it a must for reading, especially at a time when effectiveness of treatment is being examined." --Raymond F. Hanbury, Jr., PhD, CAS, Director, Rehab Psychology Department, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, and President, Division 50: Addictions, American Psychological Association
Table of Contents
Introduction, Frederick Rotgers, Jon Morgenstern, and Scott T. Walters
1. Theory of 12 Step-Oriented Treatment, John Wallace
2. Facilitating 12-Step Recovery from Substance Abuse and Addiction, Joseph Nowinski
3. Psychoanalytic Theories of Substance Abuse, Jeremy Leeds and Jon Morgenstern
4. Exploration in the Service of Relapse Prevention: A Psychoanalytic Contribution to Substance Abuse Treatment, Daniel S. Keller
5. Theoretical Bases of Family Approaches to Substance Abuse Treatment, Barbara S. McCrady, Elizabeth E. Epstein, and Rene D. Sell
6. Family Therapy Techniques, William Fals-Stewart, Timothy J. O'Farrell, and Gary R. Birchler
7. Cognitive Behavioral Theories of Substance Abuse, Frederick Rotgers
8. Behavioral Treatment Techniques for Psychoactive Substance Use Disorders, Thomas J. Morgan
9. Behavioral Economic Concepts in the Analysis of Substance Abuse, Rudy E. Vuchinich and Jalie A. Tucker
10. Contingency Management in the Substance Abuse Treatment Clinic, Alan J. Budney, Stacey C. Sigmon, and Stephen T. Higgins
11. Theoretical Perspectives on Motivation and Addictive Behavior, Scott T. Walters, Frederick Rotgers, Bill Saunders, Celia Wilkinson, and Tania Towers
12. Motivational Interviewing: Destination, Direction, and Means, Theresa B. Moyers and V. Ann Waldorf
13. Integrating Psychotherapy and Pharmacotherapy in Substance Abuse Treatment, Kathleen M. Carroll
14. Integration of Theory, Research and Practice: A Clinician's Perspective, Edward Rubin