Helping Substance-Abusing Women of Vulnerable Populations: Effective Treatment Principles and Strategies

by An-Pyng Sun

Book Overview

Current research suggests that biology, psychology, culture, and social standing all contribute to alcohol and other drug (AOD) problems in women, yet few books show how to account for these factors during evaluation and treatment. Especially in terms of vulnerable populations, acknowledging these influences proves crucial to effective assessment and help.

Drawing on extensive empirical research, this volume provides the necessary concepts,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231141262
• ISBN13: 9780231141260
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.2" x 9.3"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher