Understanding Substance Addictions Assessment and Intervention [Paperback]

Sophia F. Dziegielewski draws on her many years as a teacher and practitioner to put together this accessible, well-thought-out overview on a variety of substance addictions and disorders, the people who suffer from them, and the tools available to help them. Each chapter was written specifically for this book by a unique blend of academics and practitioners. Their combined experiences contribute to making this book practical, easy to read, and thoroughly helpful in diagnosing substance disorders.

This book may be used in a variety of courses including drug, alcohol, and substance abuse courses taught in social work and human services departments, and substance abuse certificate programs.

Foreword by Gabriel Mayer, M.D.
Preface
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1: Understanding Substance Addictions: An Overview
Chapter 2: An Introduction to Formal Diagnostic Assessment and Documentation
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM STIMULANTS
Chapter 3: Amphetamines
Chapter 4: Cocaine
Chapter 5: Caffeine
Chapter 6: Nicotine
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DEPRESSANTS
Chapter 7: Alcohol
Chapter 8: Heroin and Other Opiates
Chapter 9: Prescription Drugs: Sedatives, Hypnotics, and Painkillers
OTHER ADDICTIVE SUBSTANCES
Chapter 10: Cannabis
Chapter 11: LSD, Ecstasy, and PCP
Chapter 12: Inhalants
COMPLICATING FACTORS
Chapter 13: Polysubstance Addictions
Chapter 14: Dual Diagnosis: Mental Illness and Substance Addictions

Sophia F. Dziegielewski(MSW, PhD,Florida State University) is professor and dean of the School of Social Work at the University of Cincinnati. She has previously taught at the University of Central Florida. She has over 70 publications and lectures widely across the United States.