Therapist's Guide to Evidence-Based Relapse Prevention

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Paperback, 400 Pages
Published: FEB-2007
ISBN 10: 0-12-369429-9
ISBN 13: 978-0-12-369429-4
Imprint: ACADEMIC PRESS


Edited by
Katie Witkiewitz, Addictive Behaviors Research Center, Department of Psychology, University of Seattle, Washington, USA
G. Marlatt, Addictive Behaviors Research Center, Department of Psychology, University of Washington, Seattle, USA

Description
Describes the evidence-based approaches to preventing relapse of major mental and substance-related disorders. Therapist's Guide to Evidence-based Relapse Prevention combines the theoretical rationale, empirical data, and the practical "how-to" for intervention programs. The first section will serve to describe the cognitive-behavioral model of relapse and provide a general introduction to relapse prevention techniques. While Section II will focus on specific problem areas, Section III will focus on diverse populations and treatment settings.

Included in series
Practical Resources for the Mental Health Professional

Audience:
A wide range of mental health and medical professionals in a variety of disciplines including clinical and counseling psychology, psychiatry, social work, nursing, rehabilitaiton medicine, correctional settings, general medical settings and education.


 
Last update: 6 Nov 2011