Arnold M Washton: 2 books
Willpower Is Not Enough
Understanding and Overcoming Addiction and Compulsion
Language: English
Release Date: May 21, 2013
Many people think that what the addict needs is willpower, but nothing could be further from the truth: When a person has already lost control over a drug or activity, attempts to control its use almost never work. Because the source of addiction isn't the drug or activity itself but a desire for...
Treating Alcohol and Drug Problems in Psychotherapy Practice
Doing What Works
Language: English
Release Date: November 14, 2011
Written specifically for the office-based psychotherapist, this practical guide describes how to detect, assess, diagnose, and treat clients presenting with a range of alcohol and drug problems. Detailed is an integrated, flexible psychotherapeutic approach that emphasizes building a strong therapeutic...