LibGuides: SoPSS: Addiction Counseling and Treatment: Graduate Student Resources

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Academic Success Center (ASC)
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Dissertation Center
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Seminal Authors

Theory of Addiction by Robert West; Jamie Brown
ISBN: 9781118484920
Publication Date: 2013-08-14
Ethics for Addiction Professionals by Jennifer D. Berton
ISBN: 9781118418307
Publication Date: 2013-12-03

Subject-Specific Theories

The Spectrum of Addiction: Evidence-Based Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment Across the Lifespan by :Laura J. Veach & Regina R. Moro
Publication Date: 2018
Reflecting the latest content in the DSM–5, The Spectrum of Addiction presents a comprehensive overview of addictive behaviors and habits from early use through risky use, severe-risk use, and addiction. Authors Laura Veach and Regina Moro draw from their experience in both teaching and counseling to provide real-world knowledge and evidence-based practices for working with clients who fall within the spectrum of addiction ranging from experimentation to physical addiction and recovery. With a unique focus on neuroscience, integration of CACREP standards, and extensive coverage of addictions across the lifespan, the book serves as a practical resource for future addiction counselors

Example Dissertations & Theses

Addicted to Love: Exploring an Attachment Approach to Treat Addiction in Couples Therapy
This study explores the biopsychosocial roots of addiction by drawing a connection between attachment needs and addictive behavior. Findings demonstrate that, if therapists can help secure attachment in couples therapy, then addictive behaviors may resolve on their own and with lower chances of relapse. Author: Lauren Alexa Hill, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, 2023
A Correlational Study on Self-Forgiveness and the Risk of Relapse in Adults Recovering from Alcohol Addiction
This quantitative correlational non-experimental
research study investigated the relationship between self-forgiveness and risk of relapse in adults
who were recovering from alcohol abuse, how shame and guilt moderated this relationship and
how this relationship differed by gender. Author: Elizabeth Nanjala Matendechere, Northcentral University, 2018

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