Books. In this title the author, a leader in the field of addiction, explains why some individuals are susceptible to addiction to alcohol, gambling, or food, while others remain unaffected. In addition he shows why 12-step programs work, and why we need Alcohol

The Substance Abuse Handbook succinctly presents the most clinically relevant information from Lowinson, Ruiz, Millman and Langrod's Substance Abuse: A Comprehensive Textbook, Fourth Edition. In a user-friendly format, this portable handbook provides all the information health care professionals need to diagnose and treat addictive disorders and associated medical conditions. Major sections cover etiological factors, substances of abuse, compulsive and addictive behaviors, evaluation and diagnostic classification, treatment modalities, management of associated medical conditions, substance abuse in children, adolescents, and the elderly, women's issues, special groups and settings, models of prevention, training and education, and policy issues.

601-DVD: Winning Workforce: Raising Your Employees' Awareness - Substance Abuse in the Workplace - DVD Training helps employees learn the dangers of substance abuse and how to recognize warning signs.

This up-to-the-minute reference explores current trends, disease etiology and associations, novel assessment tools, and modern laboratory tests to promote coordinated treatment of comorbid substance abuse, psychiatric disease, and general medical conditions- recognizing the causal relationship between substance abuse and medical and psychiatric disorders and the effect of addiction on the outcome of individual patient recovery. Provides a discussion by Pietro Castelnuovo- Tedesco on the psychodynamic principles that guide the treatment of patients with substance abuse disorders-with or without concurrent medical or psychiatric illnesses! Reviewing major epidemiological studies on psychiatric comorbidity, Substance Abuse in the Mentally and Physically Disabled addresses · diseases... Less

Rail riding had become such an integral part of wakeboarding these days that it's only fitting Liquid Force would make a board designed to withstand the abuse that jibbing can bring to a board, that when they came up with the Liquid Force Substance Wakeboard. With riders like Kevin Henshaw going from rail jam to rail jam, and tom fooshee sessioning the TSR cable park daily, it was necessary for us to build a board that would last longer than they could. The Substance grind with its new grind base material is the perfect weapon for an all to rail assault. Cable parks across the world are lining up to put these boards in their demo fleet and Liquid Force's team riders all have one in their quiver... if you're serious about riding rails, you should have on in your quiver as well!!This board... Less

Timely and authoritative, this volume brings together leading clinical researchers to describe contemporary applications of contingency management principles across a wide range of substance use disorders and patient populations. Contingency management uses a system of incentives and disincentives to motivate patients to meet their treatment goals, and has been implemented successfully in community treatment clinics, drug courts, and other settings. Featuring illustrative case material, the book presents a cogent empirical rationale and practical strategies for targeting major drugs of abuse and working with specific populations, including adolescents, pregnant women, and dually diagnosed and homeless individuals. Also addressed are the nuts and bolts of developing and funding contingency... Less

Adolescent substance use can interfere with cognitive, emotional, and social development and may even affect later functioning in adult domains such as parenting and employment. The Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) recognized that this problem does not arise anew in adolescence, but in fact has roots in childhood. CSAP identified four critical predictors from childhood for substance use that could be valuable targets for prevention of adolescent substance use: parental management of and involvement with the child, and the child's social competence, self-regulation, and school achievement. In this book, the editors bring together a body of intervention research into a practical guide that shows how seven selected prevention programs address these risk factors. After introducing... Less

Packed with practical clinical tools, this book presents an empirically supported treatment expressly designed for clients with both bipolar disorder and substance use disorders. Integrated group therapy teaches essential recovery behaviors and relapse prevention skills that apply to both illnesses. The volume provides a complete session-by-session overview of the approach, including clear guidelines for setting up and running groups, implementing the cognitive- behavioral treatment techniques, and troubleshooting frequently encountered problems. In a large-size format for easy reference and photocopying, the book features more than 30 reproducible handouts, forms, and bulletin board materials.

Help children overcome the increasing dangers they face because of their parents’ addictionsImpact of Substance Abuse on Children and Families addresses the growing concern over children at risk of developing physical and mental health problems because of their parents’ addictions to alcohol and other drugs (AOD), including a chapter on the troubling increase of methamphetamine abuse by parents. The book’s contributors examine current research findings from the United States, Australia, Ireland, and Israel to provide much-needed insight into the effects of addiction on family dynamics, parental attachment styles, and family characteristics. The book also looks at the impact of addiction on school-aged children and on mothers in residential treatment with their children, survey assessment... Less

Safety Sign, Outdoor-grade, 1-sided, Drug-free Workplace Substance Abuse Policies Are In Effect Substance Abuse Testing Is A Condition Of Employment, Material Polyethylene, Glossy, Dimensions 24 X 36 In., Height 24 In., Width 36 In., 1 Signs Per Sheet, Black/white/red Color, Legend/background Color Black/white, Size (in.) 24 X 36

In 2000, 13% of Americans were age 65 or older, and an estimated 17% of older Americans misused or abused alcohol or medications. Social work students must develop the knowledge, skills, and self-awareness necessary to engage and treat this population. The Greying Elephant in the Room depicts a student social work intern during several sessions with her client, an older adult who is misusing alcohol. Following this client interaction, the student discusses the case with her supervisor. Teaching points are given for working with older adults who have problems with alcohol or other substances.

"Children of Substance- Abusing Parents: Dynamics and Treatment is a necessary reference for all mental health professionals and students who need to understand and treat this population. It offers an invaluable look at treatment options and programmatic interventions across the life span and fills an important gap in the current literature. The contributors include a wide range of experts who provide up-to-date evidence-based clinical and programmatic strategies for working with children of alcohol and other substance- abusing parents of any age and in almost any practice setting. This highly recommended book is a valuable resource for all practitioners and students concerned about this very large, but often hidden group of individuals and families." – Sis Wenger ... Less

Pagliaros’ Comprehensive Guide to Drugs and Substances of Abuse, 2nd Edition has been completely revised, updated, and rewritten as needed. The second edition is an all monograph format and includes twelve new monographs. This is a current, complete, and accurate compendium of information on over one hundred drugs and substances of abuse. Monographs include names (chemical, brand, street), pharmacologic classification, brief overview, dosage forms and route of administration, mechanism of central nervous system action, pharmacodynamics/ pharmacokinetics, current approved indications, desired action/reason for personal use, toxicity (acute, chronic, pregnancy and lactation), abuse potential, withdrawal syndrome, and overdosage. Key Features: Over 100 monographs Twelve brand new... Less

BHI/Heel Detox Kit Oral Drops (Lymphomyosot 50 ml, Berberis- Homaccord 50 ml, Nux vomica-Homaccord 50 ml) BHI/Heel Detox Kit promotes detoxification. Detox-Kit is used for the elimination of toxins and stimulation of the cleansing process. DetoxKit is indicated specifically for the relief of symptoms caused by an unhealthy lifestyle (substance abuse or an unbalanced diet), and/or exposure to environmental toxins (pollution, pesticides or allergens), such as recurrent colds and flu, disruption in sleep patterns, unexplained rashes, frequent headaches or fatigue. The Detox Kit consists of three individual formulations: Lymphomyosot stimulates the lymphatic system Relieves susceptibility to dampness Relieves joint stiffness and pain Relieves pain during urination Relieves swelling and... Less

Neurocalm 2 oz (60 ml) by Apex Energetics. For relief of stress contributing to the development of cravings and substance abuse. For temporary relief of: Restlessness Minor anxieties Stress contributing to the development of cravings These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program or before using these or any product during pregnancy or if you have a serious medical condition. Ingredients: GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA, PASSIFLORA INCARNATA, ESCHSCHOLTZIA CALIFORNICA, AVENA SATIVA, HUMULUS LUPULUS, VALERIANA OFFICINALIS, ARALIA QUINQUEFOLIA 1X HYPERICUM PERFORATUM 3X COFFEA TOSTA... Less

Substance abuse is, and has always been, an indisputable fact of life. People – especially young people – abuse various legal and illegal substances for any number of reasons: to intensify feelings, to achieve deeper consciousness, to escape reality, to self-medicate. And as substance- abusing teenagers mature, they pose particular challenges to the professionals charged with keeping them clean and sober and helping them maintain recovery into adulthood. Adolescent Substance Abuse: Evidence-Based Approaches to Prevention and Treatment offers clear, interdisciplinary guidance that grounds readers in the many contexts – developmental, genetic, social, and familial among them – crucial to creating effective interventions and prevention methods. Its contributors examine current findings... Less

Providing clear, useful, and nonjudgmental information, this revised and fully updated handbook describes some of the effects drugs can have on the human body, mind, emotions, and unconscious. Simple and healthy alternatives to consciousness- altering substances, including hallucinogens, uppers and downers, marijuana, cocaine, and alcohol, are offered to those wishing to break away from drug use. For those seeking to experience higher, more enlightened levels of consciousness, this guide offers methods that can give lasting and uplifting results, including spiritual exercises, sacred tones, keeping a journal, and exploring one's spiritual heritage.

The Substance Abuse Handbook succinctly presents the most clinically relevant information from Lowinson, Ruiz, Millman and Langrod's Substance Abuse: A Comprehensive Textbook, Fourth Edition. In a user-friendly format, this portable handbook provides all the information health care professionals need to diagnose and treat addictive disorders and associated medical conditions. Major sections cover etiological factors, substances of abuse, compulsive and addictive behaviors, evaluation and diagnostic classification, treatment modalities, management of associated medical conditions, substance abuse in children, adolescents, and the elderly, women's issues, special groups and settings, models of prevention, training and education, and policy issues.

Authors Raymond P. Daugherty and Carl Leukefeld argue for replacing the youth-based, `zero tolerance' approach to substance abuse prevention that has been dominant in the field over the past two decades. Their dynamic alternative is the Lifestyle Risk Reduction Model, which revises standard prevention strategies to make them relevant throughout the entire life span. Features of this revolutionary new paradigm include Five Principles of Lifestyle Risk Reduction (LRR), Five Conditions of Effective LRR, and the LLR Formulas.

AddictionsIndicat ions for use: For cravings & desires, general addictive tendencies, negative effects of substance abuse. For promoting recovery, restoration, relief, metabolic functions of the brain & nervous system, self-control & contentment. Remarks: Can be helpful for a variety of general addictive behaviors. Consider this product for addictive disorders or personalities as well, such as those suffering from compulsive eating.Possible Related Physical Conditions: Headache, disorders of sleep and appetite, convulsions or tremors, ulcerations. Official HPUS Ingredients: Adrenalinum, Avena, Bryonia, Carbolicum ac, Coffea cruda, Lycopodium, Nux vomica, Passiflora, Phytolacca, Sanicula. Other: Neurotransmitter Complex. Essential Oil: Helichrysum. Flower Essences: Agrimonia eup., Arnica... Less

Viaguard's clinically precise test for 16 drugs and metabolites provides an easy to read result in about two minutes. The test uses state of the art antigen/antibody technology, in a lateral immunoassay procedure. The test will show a positive result for substances present above the set cut-off limit that has been established by world health organizations and allows for environmental exposure and extremely infrequent use. Lateral immunoassay tests indicate a level of substance present in urine based on use of substances in a previous (approximate) 72 hour period. If you wish to obtain a precise quantitative level of use, the enclosed clip on card and instructions will allow you to take and submit a small hair sample which will be analysed by GC-MS and specify at what level any... Less

The series discusses types of substance abuse found in the workplace and how it can affect that and other employees' work performance. Total run time 19 minutes.

This practical manual presents a 29-session treatment program designed to engage, motivate, and stimulate processes of change in clients at all stages of recovery. The program is based on the research- supported transtheoretical model of behavior change. The manual describes skills-building activities and interventions that are likely to be most effective with clients as they cycle from the earlier stages of change/m- /precontemplation , contemplation, and preparation/m- /to the later stages, action and maintenance. Each of the structured sessions is presented in a consistent, highly accessible format, including a clear rationale, summary of objectives, and overview of the main activities that will take place. Step-by-step guidelines for implementation are provided, as well as strategies... Less

Solution-Focused Substance Abuse Treatment describes the standard of care for substance abuse treatment, demonstrates how solution-focused brief therapy exceeds this standard, and shows how it can effectively be used in substance abuse evaluation, case management, and both individual and group treatment. Beginning and advanced concepts are provided to address the questions of even the most advanced clinician, all placed in the context of cultural awareness. Most importantly, the author answers the many questions professionals may have about how solution-focused brief therapy can be successfully integrated into the field of substance abuse. It provides a thorough understanding of the issues that therapists face when working with this at times challenging population, and demonstrates how... Less

Enrich your knowledge of substance abuse treatment solutions used in diverse cultures within the United States!This informative volume highlights ways in which substance abuse problems are experienced and addressed by families in diverse populations at the societal, familial, and individual levels. Its scope is broad, providing you with information about the experiences and, in some cases, healing of diverse groups of people in the United States. These include African-American and Latino families, Hawaiian elders, Asian/Pacific Islanders of various sexual persuasions, Al-Anon members, and welfare recipients. What's good for the goose is not necessarily good for the gander. What works for one social/cultural group may not be at all helpful for another. Substance Abuse Issues Among Families... Less

The Substance Abuse Ribbon proudly displayed on a round mouse pad. There is no better way to achieve awareness for Substance Abuse Ribbon than to display it on your mouse pad for everyone to see. The mouse pad measures at 9.25" x 7.75", it is machine washable, and the colors will not fade or run. Start gaining awareness today by presenting your Substance Abuse Ribbon mouse pad at work or at home. It is certain to keep your mouse rolling in style all while gaining support and awareness!