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Author Thombs, Dennis L.

Title Introduction to addictive behaviors / Dennis L. Thombs, Cynthia J. Osborn.

Publication Info. New York : The Guilford Press, [2013]

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 University of Saint Joseph: Pope Pius XII Library - Standard Shelving Location  616.86 T465I    Check Shelf
Edition Fourth edition.
Description xiv, 418 pages ; 24 cm
Summary "This widely adopted text introduces students and practitioners to major contemporary models of addiction. Assuming no prior knowledge in the field, the book shows how theory and research can offer a roadmap for effective intervention. It presents multiple perspectives on the causes and mechanisms of substance use problems, reviews their strengths and limitations, and examines their implications for helping people change their behavior. Evidence-based treatment and prevention strategies are described. Pedagogical Features Include: *Accessible style and clear organization. *Concise end-of-chapter summaries. *Review questions in every chapter. New to This Edition *The latest research on prevention and treatment, including current data and revised discussions of genetic influences, family treatment models, and many other topics."-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 325-384) and indexes.
Contents Conceptualization of Addictive Behavior and the Need for Informed Practice -- The Disease Models -- Public Health and Prevention Approaches -- Toward an Understanding of Comorbidity -- Psychoanalytic Formulations -- Conditioning Models and Approaches to Contingency Management -- Cognitive Models -- The Family System -- Social and Cultural Foundations -- The Controversial Science of Behavioral Addiction -- Promoting Motivation and Autonomy for Personal Change -- Linking Theory, Evidence, and Practice.
Subject Substance abuse -- Etiology.
Substance abuse -- Treatment.
Substance-Related Disorders -- etiology.
Substance-Related Disorders -- therapy.
Added Author Osborn, Cynthia J.
ISBN 9781462510689 (hbk. : acid-free paper)
146251068X (hbk. : acid-free paper)
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