Treating addiction as a human process
By: Edward J. Khantzian.
Publisher: Jason Aronson
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Northvale, N.J
Language: eng
Number of pages: 687
Subjects: Substance abuse -- Etiology.; Substance abuse -- Psychological aspects.; Drug addicts -- Mental health.; Alcoholics -- Mental health.; Substance abuse -- Treatment.
Description: "From his initial contribution of identifying the self-medicating function of abused substances, to the continued elaboration and refinement of his work focusing on the addict's ego deficits of self-regulation and self-care, Edward Khantzian's ideas have become the standard in the field of addictions treatment. Shifting the focus from a pleasure-seeking to a pain-relieving approach to their patients' substance use enables clinicians to engage in a more positive, compassionate psychotherapeutic relationship, unhampered by countertransference feelings of contempt and condemnation." "Dr. Khantzian examines his patients' internal worlds, revealing vulnerabilities while uncovering resiliency and strength. This book, provides a depth of understanding of substance use disorders and an increased hope for recovery."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.