Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency: A Gui

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Here at last is a comprehensive volume on the often-ignored but vitally important subject of care for the chemically dependent adolescent. The most current treatment approaches are included, all focused on the unique needs of this population. For the first time, a book on adolescent chemical dependence illustrates, in a practical way, the major issues of on-going care--from intervention and... Read more

Here at last is a comprehensive volume on the often-ignored but vitally important subject of care for the chemically dependent adolescent. The most current treatment approaches are included, all focused on the unique needs of this population. For the first time, a book on adolescent chemical dependence illustrates, in a practical way, the major issues of on-going care--from intervention and assessment through aftercare and relapse. Written by professionals who have worked extensively with chemically dependent youth, Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency will be appreciated by all in the field of chemical dependency--administrators, treatment directors, and certified addictions counselors, as well as by social workers, family therapists, school guidance counselors, and student assistance personnel.

BACKCOVER COPY The treatment of alcoholism and drug use is a relatively young field that has developed only in the past 25 years. And as most of the expertise, efforts, and money have been targeted toward the chemically dependent adult population, the use and abuse of substances among young people has skyrocketed.

Here at last is a comprehensive book on the often-ignored but vitally important subject of care for the chemically dependent adolescent. The most current treatment approaches are included, all focused on the unique needs of this population. For the first time, a book on adolescent chemical dependence illustrates, in a practical way, the major issues of on-going care--from intervention and assessment through aftercare and relapse.

Written by professionals who have worked extensively with chemically dependent youth, Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency features:

a comprehensive overview of the dynamics of adolescence and the destructive impact that chemicals have upon kids
a description of adolescents who are at risk for chemical dependency
guidelines for making accurate assessments of chemically dependent adolescents
successful programs and interventions that involve communities, schools, and families
special insights into treating chemically dependent minority youth
a review of the stages of recovery adapted to the developmental needs of adolescents
a look at support groups that best facilitate the recovery process among adolescents
much more

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Preface
Basics of Adolescent Development for the Chemical Dependency Professional
Adolescents at Risk for Chemical Dependency: Identification and Prevention Issues
Treating the High Risk Adolescent: A Survey of Effective Programs and Interventions
Issues in Adolescent Chemical Dependency Assessment
Therapy for the Chemically Dependent Family
Strategies of Intervention--A Community Network
Intervention and Student Assistance: The Pennsylvania Model
Adolescent Inpatient Treatment
A Self-Help Approach in a Day Care Model
Promoting Recovery and Preventing Relapse in Chemically Dependent Adolescents
The Chemically Dependent Adolescent: Issues With Ethnic and Cultural Minorities
AA and NA for Adolescents

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Paul B. Henry, Bruce Carruth

Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency A Guide to Clinical Assessment and Intervention

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