Behavioral Treatment for Substance Abuse in People with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness : A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals

ISBN-13: 9780415952835 / Angielski / Miękka / 2006 / 269 str.

Alan S. Bellack; Melanie E. Bennett; Jean S. Gearon

Opis

the correlation between schizophrenia and substance abuse in physcology is recognized as a growing issue, yet it is one that many practitoners are often ill-prepared to address. Behavioral Treatment for Substance Abuse in People with Erious and Persistent Mental Illness addresses the specific challenges faced by the clinician treating individuals with co-occurring schizophrenia and substance abuse disorders. Designed as a treatment meanual for mental health professionals, the book incorporates various treatment components, from motivational interviewing and social skills training to education, problem solving, and relapse prevention. The book present clearly established guidelines for these treatment modes and utilizes both case examples and fictional situations to present a practical hands-on approach. Readers will profit directly from the lession in the book, which offers the clinician an invaluable model from which to base a treatment plan.

Spis treści

Preface. Part I. Introduction to Treating People with Dual Disorders. Scientific Background. Training Philosophy and General Strategies. Social Skills Training. Assessment Strategies. Part II. Motivational Interviewing in People with SPMI. Urinalysis Contingency and Goal Setting. Social Skills and Drug Refusal Skills Training. Education and Coping Skills Training. Relapse Prevention and Problem Solving. Graduation and Termination. Part III. Dealing with Common Problem Situations. Implementing BTSAS in Clinical Settings: Strategies and Potential Modifications. References. Index.