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A comprehensive, up-to-date, and user-friendly resource
Learning the Language of Addiction Counseling, Second Edition offers an illuminating view of the clinical, theoretical, and research work that comprises the addiction counseling field. Presenting a pragmatic counseling framework rather than trying to reconcile differing theories, this helpful text gives readers the knowledge and guidance needed to choose appropriate techniques and best practices for treating addicted individuals.
Throughout the text, case studies and interactive exercises assist readers in applying knowledge gained, whether in a self-teaching or a classroom setting. Addiction counseling expert and teacher Geri Miller presents a wide variety of topics designed to increase skills and understanding—from cutting-edge research to the latest in the self-help/grassroots therapy movement.
Fully revised and expanded, this Second Edition covers:
- Theories of counseling related to addiction treatment
- Assessment and diagnosis of addiction using interviews, behavioral observations, andphysiological and psychometric instruments
- Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of dual disorders
- The treatment process for addictions, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family therapy
- Relapse prevention
- Treatment-related issues such as rape and sexual abuse, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, and eating disorders
- Self-help groups
- Current and evolving therapy approaches and techniques, including positive psychology, resilience, the stages-of- change model, motivational interviewing, and brief therapy
- Special treatment issues such as those related to gender, ethnicity, disability, adolescence, the elderly, and the homeless
- Personal and professional development of the counselor, including ethical issues, court testimony, working in difficult situations, self-care, and other issues in working with addicts
- Preparing for certification and licensure as an addiction professional
The most comprehensive, up-to-date, and user-friendly resource available, Learning the Language of Addiction Counseling, Second Edition offers a powerful learning tool for both students and professionals.
#1 by Tracey Elam on January 16, 2010 - 8:00 am
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This book was a required text for a graduate-level addictions course. This book proved to be a good introductory text for students and can be used by addictions counselors (or other practitioners treating addicted clients/patients) as a reference text.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Kathleen Cundall on January 16, 2010 - 8:22 am
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It arrived on time. It said it had no underlines or highlighting. Both were wrong as it had underlining and highlighting. It was also out of date for the exam I needed to take so I had to order another.
Rating: 2 / 5
#3 by A. Davidson on January 16, 2010 - 10:12 am
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I read this book because another reviewer recommended it for anyone who knew someone with an addiction issue. The author writes so well and the knowledge I gained I will always be thankful for. It is the perfect primer. I hope the author will write more.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by A. Davidson on January 16, 2010 - 10:49 am
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This book has been useful to me on so many levels. I would encourage anyone who is looking for a starting point to start here. The book will not overwhelm nor will it underwhelm. The writing style is easy to read and to the point. The check lists are very useful. Thank you for a well done book on such a varied topic.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Dr. Dom Wilks on January 16, 2010 - 11:55 am
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Book is an excellent review of the material and information necessary to perform interventions with chemically dependent patients. Material is presented in such a way that the book can be later used as a reference guide when needing additional material for group presentations.
Rating: 5 / 5