Handbook of Alcoholism Treatment Approaches: Effective Alternatives (2nd Edition)
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| Rating | : | 4.80 (567 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0205163769 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 480 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-24 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Papers review various treatment methodologies for alcoholism such as brief intervention, antidipsotropic medications, self-help groups, marital and family therapy, and matching clients to various treatments. The editors conclude that a number of treatment methods were consistently supported by contr
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