Practical Skills and Clinical Management of Alcoholism & Drug Addiction

By
  • Samuel Obembe, M.B;B.S., C.A.D.C. Cognitive Insight Inc. Alcoholism & Drug Addiction Treatment, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A. www.cognitiveinsightinc.com

This insightful book is a synoptic presentation of Causes and Treatment of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction. It gives an insight into Alcoholism and Drug Addiction genetic and/or acquired etiologies through researched studies that draw the conclusion that Addiction is a disease/ medical condition. It features the treatment from detox followed by psychotherapy with evidence based practices and supported by Aftercare programs to maintain sobriety and recovery.

Hardbound, 120 Pages

Published: August 2012

Imprint: Elsevier

ISBN: 978-0-12-398518-7

Contents

  • Chapter 1, Addiction and its Etiology

    • Definition & Characteristics of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction.
    • Incidence Report: Alcoholism in the Family.
    • Incidence Report: Gloria Drug Abuse (Cross Addiction)

    Chapter 2, Common Psychoactive Drugs

    • CNS Stimulants
    • CNS Depressants & Hypnotics
    • CNS Hallucinogens
    • Alcohol
    • Women & Alcohol
    • Drug-Screening Procedures
    • Cocaine
    • Cannabis
    • Active Compounds (Cannabinoids) in Marijuana
    • Amphetamines
    • Sedatives, Hypnotics and Anxiolytics
    • Hallucinogen
    • Opioids: Heroin
    • Harm Reduction

    Chapter 3, Management of Addiction

    • Evaluation/Assessment
    • A Case Study: Familial Depression
    • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
    • Motivational Interviewing Transcript
    • Classification Format of Pathology
    • Treatment

    Chapter 4, Theories of Treatment

    • Psychotherapy
    • Adlerian Theory
    • Behavior Therapy
    • Social Cognitive Theory/Learning
    • Rational-Emotive-Behavioral-Therapy (REBT)
    • The ABC model of REBT
    • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
    • Gestalt Therapy (Meaningful Whole)
    • Existential Theory
    • Motivational Enhancement Theory (MET)
    • Person-Centered Therapy
    • Psycho-analytical Therapy
    • Reality/Choice Control Therapy
    • Support Groups (After Care programs)
    • Special Focus programs
    • Alternative Incarceration Program (AIP)

    Chapter 5, The Impact & Treatment of Drug Addiction

    • Family & Drug Addiction
    • Culture & Drug Addiction
    • Women & Drug Addiction
    • Older Adults & Drug Addiction
    • Mental illness & Drug Addiction
    • Sexual Minorities (LGBTQ) & Drug Addiction
    • Addiction & Diseases (‘Addicted’brain, HIV.AIDS, Hepatitis)
    • Culture-Centered Treatment Program
    • ‘Cultural bias’Treatment Model.
    • Concept of the Model
    • Al-Anon
    • American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM): Patient Placement Criteria (PPC) 

    Chapter 6, Pharmacotherapy (Medication Therapy)

    • Current Medication Management of Alcohol Dependence
    • Drug Detoxification & Maintenance Treatment
    • Levels of Care in Structured Programs
    • ‘Replacement’ Theory
    • Ibogaine Therapy
    • Nutrition & Recovery

    Chapter 7, Crisis Intervention.

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