Substance Use And Misuse Third Edition

Author : Rick Csiernik
Publisher : Canadian Scholars
ISBN 13 : 1773382292
Total Pages : 557 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Substance Use and Misuse, Third Edition written by Rick Csiernik and published by Canadian Scholars. This book was released on 2021-04-28 with total page 557 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The revised third edition of the formerly titled Substance Use and Abuse retains its comprehensive, holistic examination of the field of substance use and misuse from a Canadian perspective. Now organized into seven sections, the 30 chapters examine the nature of addiction; explore biological, psychological, and social theories that attempt to explain addiction; discuss drugs that produce addiction, along with a review of prevention, treatment, and treatment system options; and consider the legal and ethical issues that those working in substance use and addiction frequently encounter. Thoroughly updated to reflect contemporary issues and recent advances in the field of addiction counselling, Rick Csiernik’s much-loved text features new content on the changes to cannabis law and culture in Canada, the opioid crisis and public response, as well as expanded content on cultural competence, non-substance use addictive behaviours, motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention. Substance Use and Misuse is an essential and timely resource for counsellors treating individuals dealing with addiction, and for courses across social work, human services counselling, psychology, and mental health and addictions programs. FEATURES: - Now divided into seven sections with 30 chapters to enhance student comprehension and learning - Contains new information on contemporary themes including the opioid crisis, e-cigarettes and vaping, risks and benefits of THC and CBD, principles of good family skills training, sample dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) activities, and a sample intervention script - Includes an enhanced treatment section with updates on harm reduction, traumainformed care, the transtheoretical model of change, and motivational interviewing

Author : Rick Csiernik
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781773382302
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Substance Use and Misuse written by Rick Csiernik and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Substance Use and Misuse provides students in the field of addiction counselling with a foundational knowledge of psychoactive drugs. With its emphasis on the bio-psycho-social components of addiction, this text is essential reading for both beginning and experienced addiction counsellors and social workers. Among the critical topics discussed are concepts and theories of addiction, the major types of psychoactive substances, treatment options and resources, and numerous prevention strategies. The book concludes with an informative chapter on the legal, ethical, and practice requirements for becoming a competent addiction counsellor. The third edition has been updated to include changes to cannabis law and culture in Canada, the opioid epidemic and public response, as well as expanded content on existing topics such as psychopharmacology, cultural competence, non-substance use addictive behaviours, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and relapse prevention."--

Author : Scott T. Walters
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1462502695
Total Pages : 415 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Treating Substance Abuse written by Scott T. Walters and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2011-12-07 with total page 415 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This state-of-the-art text and clinical resource captures the breadth of current knowledge about substance abuse and its treatment. For each of the major evidence-based treatment approaches, a chapter on basic assumptions and theories is followed by a chapter on clinical applications, including illustrative case material. Expert contributors cover motivational, contingency management, cognitive-behavioral, 12-step, family, and pharmacological approaches. Concluding chapters discuss effective ways to integrate different treatments in a range of clinical settings. New to This Edition*Reflects significant advances in research and clinical practice. *Chapter on the biology of substance use disorders. *Chapter on an additional treatment setting: primary care.*Chapter on case management.

Author : Gary L. Fisher
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 1412950848
Total Pages : 1153 pages
Book Rating : 4.48/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery written by Gary L. Fisher and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2009 with total page 1153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection provides authoritative coverage of neurobiology of addiction, models of addiction, sociocultural perspectives on drug use, family and community factors, prevention theories and techniques, professional issues, the criminal justice system and substance abuse, assessment and diagnosis, and more.

Author : Rick Csiernik
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781551308913
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Substance Use and Abuse written by Rick Csiernik and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Substance Use and Abuse provides both students and practitioners in the field of addiction counselling with a foundational knowledge of psychoactive drugs. With its emphasis on the bio-psycho-social components of addiction, this text is essential reading for both beginning and experienced addiction counsellors and social workers. Among the critical topics discussed are concepts and theories of addiction, the major types of psychoactive substances, treatment options and resources, and numerous prevention strategies. The book concludes with an informative chapter on the legal, ethical, and practice requirements for becoming a competent addiction counsellor. This thoroughly updated second edition reflects contemporary issues and recent advances in the field of addiction counselling. New sections examine fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and solvent abuse syndrome, drug treatment courts, various new drugs including bath salts and synthetic cannabis, and emerging treatment options such as internet counselling, narrative therapy, and e-cigarettes. Substance Use and Abuse is a timely and much-needed resource for both students and counsellors seeking to treat individuals dealing with addiction.

Author : Dr. Richard W. Wilson
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
ISBN 13 : 0763771589
Total Pages : 351 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Drug Abuse Prevention written by Dr. Richard W. Wilson and published by Jones & Bartlett Learning. This book was released on 2011-08-24 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Drug Abuse Prevention: A School and Community Partnership, Third Edition", takes an evidence-based approach to teach students the important concepts and skills needed to design effective drug prevention programs. Covering more than just the facts, this text provides a background of drug use and abuse and presents the principles and skills of prevention, with particular focus on adolescents and school settings. It reinforces the importance of schools forming community partnerships with key institutions and the application of policy tools to enhance the impact of education alone. -- From publisher's description.

Author : Richard J. Frances
Publisher : Guilford Press
ISBN 13 : 1609182057
Total Pages : 706 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Textbook of Addictive Disorders written by Richard J. Frances and published by Guilford Press. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This authoritative work comprehensively examines all aspects of addictive disorders and their treatment. Leading researchers and practitioners identify best practices in assessment and diagnosis and provide tools for working with users of specific substances. Issues in working with particular populations--including polysubstance abusers, culturally diverse patients, women, and older adults--are addressed, and widely used psychosocial and pharmacological treatment approaches are reviewed. An indispensable text for anyone studying or treating these prevalent, challenging disorders, the book describes ways to tailor interventions to each patient's needs while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care.

Author : Cheryl Forchuk
Publisher : Canadian Scholars’ Press
ISBN 13 : 1551303906
Total Pages : 389 pages
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Download or read book Homelessness, Housing, and Mental Health written by Cheryl Forchuk and published by Canadian Scholars’ Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some say mental illness is the last great stigma remaining in our communities. This book is a collection of twenty articles written by researchers, scholars, practitioners of nursing, social work, and community health, and survivors of mental illness and homelessness. Each piece speaks to a specific aspect of the linkages among housing/homelessness, poverty, and mental illness.

Author : Margaret Stark
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1444181742
Total Pages : 162 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Symptoms and Signs of Substance Misuse, Third Edition written by Margaret Stark and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-09-16 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The misuse of both legally prescribed and illegally supplied drugs is now so widespread that it affects, either directly or indirectly, a high proportion of the population, impacting many areas of daily life. There are few countries that are not touched by some aspect of substance misuse and the consequences for individuals, families and the wider community can be devastating. The third edition of Symptoms and Signs of Substance Misuse has been completely updated and revised, continuing to provide trusted information from leading experts. Basic principles of treatment for the most commonly encountered substances—from tobacco and alcohol to cocaine and heroin, as well as 'designer' drugs The legal aspects of substance misuse highlighted throughout Convenient A-Z format helps you find information at a glance References and further reading direct you to more authoritative information about each substance With specialist information clearly explained along with a full glossary, this handy pocket-sized book is essential for all health professionals needing a concise and up-to-date overview of the signs and symptoms of substance misuse as well as the management and treatment options available. Junior hospital doctors, emergency department staff, primary care teams, community workers and counsellors will find this text invaluable. The book is also an excellent resource for police officers as well as a quick reference guide for professionals involved in setting up and managing drug and alcohol policies in organisations and businesses.

Author : Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner
Publisher : Guilford Publications
ISBN 13 : 1462512852
Total Pages : 577 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Work with Substance-Abusing Clients written by Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner and published by Guilford Publications. This book was released on 2013-12-17 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A leading professional resource and course text, this book provides practical guidance for treating clients with substance use disorders in a variety of contexts. Expert contributors present major assessment and treatment approaches together with detailed recommendations for intervening with particular substances. Clinical techniques are clearly explained and illustrated with helpful case examples. Important topics include harm reduction; strategies for working with family members; and ways to meet the needs of specific populations, including women, adolescents, older adults, LGBT clients, and those with frequently encountered co-occurring problems. New to This Edition *Revised to reflect current research and clinical advances; updated for DSM-5. *Chapters on trauma-informed care, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and complementary/alternative approaches. *Chapters on neurobiology and behavioral addictions. *Significantly revised chapters on family treatment and dual disorders.