Clinical Work with Substance-Abusing Clients, Third EditionShulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner A leading professional resource and course text, this book provides practical guidance for treating clients with substance use disorders in a variety of contexts. Expert contributors present major assessment and treatment approaches together with detailed recommendations for intervening with particular substances. Clinical techniques are clearly explained and illustrated with helpful case examples. Important topics include harm reduction; strategies for working with family members; and ways to meet the needs of specific populations, including women, adolescents, older adults, LGBT clients, and those with frequently encountered co-occurring problems. |
Contents
Part I An Introduction to Clinical Practice with Clients with Substance Use Disorders | 1 |
Part II Assessment and Intervention with Individuals Dependent on Different Substances | 67 |
Part III Varying Perspectives on Intervention with Clients with Substance Use Disorders | 139 |
Part IV Assessment and Intervention with Families | 301 |
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Clinical Work with Substance-Abusing Clients Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner Limited preview - 2013 |