The Basics of Addiction Counseling: A Desk Reference and Study Guide

Resource Type

Book

Description

This newly revised manual is designed as an outline of the knowledge base for the alcoholism and drug counseling professional. This manual caters to the unique learning styles of each counselor, incorporating more charts, graphics, and diagrams to illustrate important points and to ensure more retention. It is invaluable as a reference tool for experienced professionals, and it is also extremely useful as a primary aid in preparation for certification exams. Divided into four modules, it encompasses the pharmacology of psychoactive substances, counseling skills and practice, the theoretical base of counseling, and professional issues. A bibliography is included for further study. Contributors include: Misti Storie, MS, Kathryn Benson, NCAC II, Arthur Freeman, EdD, Ted Godlaski, MDiv, MAC, Anne Hatcher, NCAC II, Murray Kelly, TAS, Shirley Beckett Mikell, NCAC II, SAP, Sharon Morgillo Freeman, PHD, MAC, and Michael J. Wagner, LCSW, MAC.

Ages

All Ages

Languages

English

Publication

NAADAC

Availability

• NAADAC Association for Addiction Professionals - NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, is the largest membership organization serving addiction counselors, educators and other addiction-focused health care professionals, who specialize in addiction prevention, treatment and education. With nearly 11,000 members and 46 state affiliates, NAADAC's network of addiction professionals spans the United States and the world. NAADAC's members work to create healthier families and communities through prevention, intervention and quality treatment.
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