Handbook of Addictive Disorders (PDF)

The most comprehensive source for the latest research and practice
techniques for diagnosing and treating addictive disorders

"This book brings together an array of international experts on
addictive disorders. Robert Coombs's Handbook of Addictive
Disorders discusses the contemporary issues surrounding the
understanding of addiction, from diagnosis to treatment of an
addicted client. The Handbook of Addictive Disorders is an
example of practical and clinical information at its best."

-Lorraine D. Grymala, Executive Director American Academy of Health
Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders

The Handbook of Addictive Disorders: A Practical Guide to
Diagnosis and Treatment is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art
resource, featuring valuable contributions from a multidisciplinary
team of leading experts. This unique guide deftly defines addiction
and examines its comorbidity with other problems. Subsequent
chapters present an overview of addictive disorders coupled with
strategies for accurately diagnosing them, planning effective
treatment, and selecting appropriate interventions. Chapters on
public policy and prevention are of indispensable value in light of
this growing health concern.

The only reference available to cover the full spectrum of
addictions and addictive behaviors, the Handbook of Addictive
Disorders provides the most current research and treatment
strategies for overcoming:

* Chemical dependency

* Workaholism

* Compulsive gambling

* Eating disorders

* Sex addiction

* Compulsive buying

This useful guide features case studies, figures and diagrams,
lists of practical interventions for each disorder, and
self-assessment exercises for clients.

Psychologists, addiction counselors, social workers, and others
working in the addictions field will find the Handbook of
Addictive Disorders to be an essential resource for practical,
validated information on all types of addictions and their related
problems.