Moderation as a Goal or Outcome of Treatment for Alcohol Problems
A Dialogue
1st Edition
Published on 3. August 1987
Book
Hardback
171 pages
978-0-86656-669-8 (ISBN)
Description
Here is a compendium of authoritative viewpoints about the advantages and disadvantages of moderation outcomes and moderation-oriented treatments for alcoholic persons. This important and highly controversial contemporary issue in alcoholism is explored from both pro and con positions by leading experts in the field, providing an up-to-date, balanced, and scholarly exchange.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
College/higher education
Weight
376 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-86656-669-8 (9780866566698)
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Contents
Foreword
Preface: The Need for Dialogue About Moderation
Conceptual Issues Regarding Goals in the Treatment of Alcohol Problems
Treating Problem Drinkers Who Are Not Severly Dependent on Alcohol
Practical Issues in Selecting and Using Treatment Goals With Severly Dependent Alcohol Abusers
Controlled Drinking Studies: Methodological Issues
Bases for the Use of Abstinence as a Goal in the Behavioral Treatment of Alcohol Abusers
Motivation and Treatment Goals
Whither Goals in the Treatment of Alcoholism?
Foreword
Preface: The Need for Dialogue About Moderation
Conceptual Issues Regarding Goals in the Treatment of Alcohol Problems
Treating Problem Drinkers Who Are Not Severly Dependent on Alcohol
Practical Issues in Selecting and Using Treatment Goals With Severly Dependent Alcohol Abusers
Controlled Drinking Studies: Methodological Issues
Bases for the Use of Abstinence as a Goal in the Behavioral Treatment of Alcohol Abusers
Motivation and Treatment Goals
Whither Goals in the Treatment of Alcoholism?