| Description |
xiv, 429 pages ; 24 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 411-416) and index. |
| Contents |
What's wrong with addiction treatment? What will help -- Rehab nation : the questions and the issues -- Going inside : what it's like to be in rehab -- The cost of rehab : from the wallet to the heart -- Getting the best for your buck : what addiction treatment should look like -- Rehab isn't for everyone : in fact, it's not for most people -- One size doesn't fit all : how cookie-cutter approaches at rehab get in the way -- When it comes to rehab, teens are not just little adults : more questions than answers? -- When it's not "just" a drug and alcohol problem : from depression to sex addiction -- Helping people stay the course : on using in rehab, repeat visits, "success," and improving the odds -- Getting what you need : advice from the pros and a look at "dream" treatment models -- Appendix. A consumer checklist for checking out rehabs. |
| Summary |
An insider's view of America's drug and alcohol rehab industry explores its strengths and weaknesses while revealing a disturbing gap between best practice and reality. |
| Subject |
Addicts -- Rehabilitation.
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Substance abuse -- Treatment.
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| ISBN |
9780670025220 trade $27.95 |
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0670025224 trade |
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