Alcohol books in Self Help Books

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Designed to prepare students for the realities of working with clients affected by addictions, this text provides the necessary tools needed to competently translate addictions theory into practice. It offers a thorough examination of a range of models and perspectives for helping, and it encourages critical thinking to best match approaches with clients and situations. Presented in a work-text format, this book is full of cases, exercises, role-plays, and questions that encourage comprehension of concepts and application to practice.

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Filled with practical information and written in an easy to follow format, this handy resource provides the most current information related to diagnosing and successfully treating persons (and their families) who are grappling with alcohol dependence. The relatively short format makes this ideal for training, continuing education as a refresher for seasoned professionals, and as a useful primer for all who come into contact with individuals suffering from alcohol abuse.

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Provides the reader with a an up-to-date view of alcohol abuse in America. Coverage includes a historical perspective, and the nature of alcohol use and abuse. Dependence, treatment, and alcohol use and health issues are covered. Alcohol's impact on different sectors in our society, as well as economic and social issues on the U.S. economy are discussed. Coverage of special populations, marketing and advertising issues, as well as primary and secondary methods of prevention and other solutions, help make this book well-rounded and the most current available on the market today. Issues of underage drinking, the stages of alcohol dependence, the relationship of the "family disease" are also discussed. Relevant internet sites are presented throughout the book, and in a comprehensive appendix. Anyone interested in the issues surrounding alcoholism in our contemporary society. This could include: Educators, counselors, social workers, correctional facilities and the public at large.

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<p>This bestselling recovery classic has helped untold thousands of alcoholics onto the road to recovery. Written by the founder of the Johnson Institute in Minneapolis, one of the country's most successful training programs for treatment providers, <I>I'll Quit Tomorrow</I> present the concepts and methods that have brought new hope to alcoholics and their families, friends, and employers. Abstinence is not the only objective of Johnson's breakthrough methods -- his therapy aims at restoring the ego strength of the victim to assure permanent recovery. Johnson outlines a dynamic plan of intervention and treatment that will block the progress of alcoholism and lead to a richer, more productive life.</p>

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Defines alcoholism, refutes misconceptions concerning alcohol addiction, and sets forth a self-help approach for identifying and treating a drinking problem.

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The Small Book--as opposed to AA's The Big Book--is the secular guidebook for people who want to recover through self-reliance, not through dependence on religion, sponsors, or Higher Powers.

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<I>The Tao of Sobriety</I> shows how to apply eastern philosophy to enhance recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. With a few simple mental exercises, readers can learn how to quiet "The Committee," those nasty mental voices that undermine serenity and self-esteem. With leaders of the recovery movement enthusiastically endorsing this uniquely helpful book, <I>The Tao of Sobriety</I> is an invaluable addition to the recovery bookshelf.

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A clear and compassionate guide to overcoming substance problems <P>"A no-nonsense, state-of-the-art guide."&#151;Laurie Garrett, Pulitzer Prize&#150;winning author of The Coming Plague <P>"Comprehensive, illuminating, easy to read."&#151;William Cope Moyers, Vice President of Public Affairs, Hazelden Foundation <P>In Recovery Options: The Complete Guide, Joseph Volpicelli, M.D., Ph.D., an award-winning addiction research pioneer, and Maia Szalavitz, a Pulitzer Prize&#150;nominated journalist and former addict, provide frank and impartial appraisals of all the major treatment options, including: <UL> <LI>Alcoholics Anonymous <LI>Moderate drinking programs <LI>Alternative treatments <LI>Therapeutic communities <LI>Cognitive therapies <LI>Other 12-step programs <LI>Medications&#9; <LI>Methadone <LI>Harm reduction <LI>How families can help </UL> <P>In Recovery Options: The Complete Guide, you will learn what addiction is&#151;and what it isn&#146;t. You will examine both the mechanism of addiction and how you can make the best treatment choices . . . why some people are particularly prone to substance problems . . . and the genetic and learning mechanisms that help create these conditions. You&#146;ll explore the various types of treatment and the ideas on which they are based, and find out how effective each treatment is&#151;and which ones are not effective. Finally, you&#146;ll find supportive information on staying clean and sober, preventing relapse, and minimizing damage caused by slips that may occur. Featuring the dramatic real-life stories of patients&#146; experiences (both good and bad) with various methods of recovery, this warm, sympathetic, and accessible guide to overcoming alcohol and other drug problems will help you and your loved ones begin the journey away from substance misuse toward a better life.

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One of the world's leading authorities in the field of drug and alcohol abuse provides readers with the facts needed to answer the pressing questions an abuser must face, while evaluating the myriad resources available to those in need and walking the reader through each step toward recovery.

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Discusses the health issues associated with alcohol, the history of alcohol use in the United States, and treatment options for those with an addiction to alcohol.

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Approximately 35% of Americans abuse alcohol or other drugs, and 8-10% of them are addicted. In Stop the Chaos, author Allen Tighe has created a practical, effective self-help guide to recovery Beginning with an awareness-raising exploration of addiction and its symptoms, Stop the Chaos helps readers decide whether a problem with alcohol or other drugs exists, and, if so, how serious it is. The remainder of this guide delves into the many issues addicts must address, such as the importance of reaching out for help; dealing with high risk situations, loneliness, and cravings; self-defeating behaviors; and preventing relapse. Exercises, quizzes, meditations, and illustrations work well with the explanatory text to give readers structure and support -- and the information and tools they need to begin creating a drag- and alcohol-free life.

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How do substance abuse and dependence in adolescents differ from related problems in adults? Can treatment principles that work with adults be adapted successfully to meet the special needs of teens? This volume reviews a range of empirically supported approaches to dealing with alcohol and other drug problems in this large and diverse clinical population. The focus is on motivationally based brief interventions that can be delivered in a variety of contexts, that address key developmental considerations, and that draw on the latest knowledge about the processes of addictive behavior change. Bringing together a multidisciplinary group of expert contributors, this is an essential resource for anyone working with or studying adolescents at risk. Part I reviews current research on substance abuse in adolescents and young adults and outlines the basic principles of developmentally informed assessment and intervention. Contributors point out that admission to specialized treatment programs is relatively rare in today's health care climate, but there exist many opportunities for prevention, skills training, and harm reduction efforts. Emphasized are the benefits of working with young people on their "home turf" and reaching out to all individuals engaging in health-risk behavior, not just those seeking intensive treatment. Part II presents a range of specific interventions, including alcohol skills training; integrative behavioral and family therapy; motivational interviewing; interventions for dually diagnosed youth; Internet-based education, prevention, and treatment; and applications to HIV prevention. Chapters describe the goals and methods of these approaches, review available data on their efficacy, and offer case illustrations and clinical pointers. The volume concludes by outlining a broad agenda for future transdisciplinary investigation. Forging new connections among theory, research, and practice, this book belongs on the desks of all mental health practitioners and social service providers working with adolescents, as well as researchers and students in psychology, psychiatry, social work, and public health. It serves as a timely and relevant text for graduate-level courses. This volume reviews a range of empirically supported approaches to dealing with the growing problems of substance use and abuse among young people. While admission to specialized treatment programs is relatively rare in today's health care climate, there are many opportunities for brief interventions. Brief interventions also allow the clinician to work with the teen on his or her "home turf," emphasize autonomy and personal responsibility, and can be used across the full range of teens who are engaging in health-risk behavior. Bringing together a multidisciplinary group of experts, the volume reviews general principles of harm reduction and the stages of change, discusses developmental considerations, and outlines key components of assessment and intervention. Chapters then describe specific applications that can typically be implemented in one to five sessions, including alcohol skills training, integrative behavioral and family therapy, motivational interviewing, interventions for dually diagnosed youth, and use of the Internet for education, prevention, and treatment. The volume is extensively referenced and includes numerous clinical illustrations and vignettes.

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Uses data from the Gallup Youth Survey and other sources to examine issues related to teenage drinking.

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