Covers the biological, psychological, and social aspects of alcoholism, eating disorders, compulsive gambling, and other addictions. This title includes topics such as the case against so-called underage drinking laws, to show you the importance of reducing the harm of any addictive behavior.

"Addiction Treatment" covers the biological, psychological, and social aspects of alcoholism, eating disorders, compulsive gambling, and other addictions. First-person narratives about the experience of addiction provide you a realism and depth of study not commonly found in textbooks. In addition, you will study topics that interest you, such as the case against so-called underage drinking laws, to show you the importance of reducing the harm of any addictive behavior.

Part 1: INTRODUCTION. 1. The Nature of Addiction. 2. Historical Perspectives. 3. Strengths-Based Helping Strategies. Part 2: THE BIOLOGY OF ADDICTION. 4. Substance Misuse, Dependence, and the Body. 5. Interventions Related to Biology. Part 3: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF ADDICTION. 6. Addiction Across the Life Span. 7. Eating Disorders, Gambling, Shopping, and Other Behavioral Addictions. 8. Substance Misuse with a Coexisting
Disorder or Disability. Part 4: SOCIAL ASPECTS OF ADDICTION. 9. Family Risks and Resiliencies. 10. Racial, Ethnic, and Cultural Issues. 11. Gender and Sexual Orientation Differences. 12. Mutual-Help Groups: A Strengths Perspective. 13. Public Policy.