Fundamentals of Substance Abuse Practice

I wrote this book with practitioners in mind. After many unsuccessful years of looking for a text that covered the substance abuse field in a way that reflected real-world practice, I came up with this text. I provide a mix of theory and practice skills, giving readers someting to sink their teeth into, regardless of level or experience. I focused mostly on four important issues: successful client engagement based in the strengths perspective, understanding client culture, multisystemic assessment and treatment planning, and co-occurring disorders. I provide a critique of the disease model and other theories/moedls while encouraging practitioners to match treatment model/theory to the needs and experiences of clients.

This is the best, most comprehensive substance abuse text Ive seen in 10 years in the field...covers the gamut from assessment through treatment and aftercare. Also has great info on diversity and filled with exciting new material to help everyone learn to engage clients more effective. Best of all...its reall easy to read and, unlike other texts, contains specific practice skills. A must-have for all human srvice students and professionasl in the field