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A Must Read for Those Preparing for Certification Exams
I can't say enough about how helpful this book was to me in preparing my case study for my orals..I recommend it highly to anyone who is seeking certification. ... Read more

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In this comprehensive introduction to the study of substance use and abuse, the authors explore both the personal and the societal consequences of alcohol and drug problems. A series of provocative chapters also helps students to navigate the unique problems facing women, adolescents, college students, the elderly, racial minorities, and the GLBT community. Trends in diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and policy are all thoroughly covered. Among its many outstanding features, the book: puts a human face on the problems of alcohol and drug addiction; highlights the implications of theory and research for policy and practice; includes thematic discussion questions and an inventory of key concepts and terms; and, emphasizes readability for a challenging but not overly technical approach. This is a comprehensive, accessible introduction to the study of substance use, abuse, and treatment. ... Read more

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Substance Use & Abuse review
This book is very informative and clearly written.Because the book isa good source of data and relevant examples, it will provide parents with the ability to have a meaningful dialogue with their pre and teenage children regarding the topics covered.We highly recommend it.

USEFUL IN + OUT OF CLASSROOM
Excellent book --
Easy to understand + read --
Should be a classic in its field --
Useful + interesting inside/outside the classroom

Everyone can benefit from this book
I have read this as a potential text and realized that in addition to being very useful in classes, this is a resource book that anyone who is interested in alcohol and drug issues needs. Thought provoking, insightful and very informative. I highly recommend this exceptional book!! ... Read more

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Wrenching
I thought I would find this book hard to read and that I wouldn't want to see it through to the end, but to my surprise, it made for compelling reading.It is a heart-breaking look into the life of both the sufferer and the impact it has on the family members who have to deal with him.Ros Morris is braver than she knows.

I would recommend this book not just to people who have a similar family situation, but to the wider society at large so that we might have a better appreciation of the torment of mental disease.

Poignant and powerful
I picked this book up at random and was quickly drawn in. This is a poignant and powerful memoir, told with style. The narrative is haunting and as stirring as anyone could expect when the subject is the author's own son.I was impressed with both Morris' story and with her strength and persistence.I thought the telling was very good; the story is so intense, it makes me wonder how I might have held up under such circumstances. Let's just say, you really get drawn in to a marvelous read as the events unfold.

fascinating and powerful
Dont Wait for Me provides a painful and heart-rending window into the lives of a family struggling with their loved one's mental illness and drug addiction. Morris is able to write about this saga with real grace and insight that made it an amazing read. She is a talented writer, and while the subject matter can at times be hard to deal with, this book was well worth the read.

A living nightmare
This is an unsentimental yet heart rending account of a nightmare decade one family lived through.Any one of the agonising episodes described would be too much to bear for most but, in an almost unsettlingly calm voice, Ros Morris describes the unrelenting nature of bi-polar disorder coupled with drug abuse and the ripples it sends out. Highly readable and beautifully written, I cried and laughed whilst I raced through it in two sittings. Don't Wait for Me: How a Mother Lost her Son to Bipolar Disorder and Drug Abuse
If you're dealing with or have ever dealt with a mental health or drug abuse issue, you should read this book.If you are a spouse, parent or sibling to someone with a mental health issue, you should read this book.If you have any interest in mental health issues or drug abuse, you really should read this book.If you have a heart and an interest in how human relationships can survive and overcome the most terrible tests, then read the book.

The kind of book that keeps you reading until 2.00am
Times Literary Supplement, London
"More than a misery memoir, this book sheds light on responsibility, friendship and what it means to be human. What resounds most in this book is not abnormality, but the persistent friendship and compassion shown to a youngster who frequently rejects it. Although her subject matter is dark, Morris's overriding tone is one of hope about humanity."

Daily Record, Scotland
"An informative and eye-opening book. Will give you an invaluable insight into the world of the sufferer's family."

Michael Palin
"I really hope the book does well."

Trisha Goddard
"I thoroughly recommend this book... gripping reading."

Andrew Loog Oldham
"Ros Morris has written a very brave book. She opens her front door and painstakingly and eloquently lets you into the heart and soul of her family."




'A lucid, searingly compelling book that lays bare, in all honesty, the highs and lows of Bipolar Disorder. Beautifully written, it is a shocking account of the tragic state of mental health organisation in the twenty first century.'

'A powerful and moving description of the effect of this debilitating and misunderstood disease.'

'Written with a sensitive, heartfelt sincerity.'

'A compulsive read for all those working in mental health.'

'It took several days before I had the courage to open the first page and started reading but I soon found that I could not put it down which, to tell the truth, isvery rare occurrence.' ... Read more

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Presents a current evaluation of the medical effects of the most abused drugs in America. Peer-reviewed text describes current research on the multifactoral effects of alcohol, stimulants, inhalants, marijuana, and opiates on human organ systems and behavior. Softcover, hardcover not yet available. ... Read more

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Update!
There is a new, greatly expanded (638 page) edition of this classic reference book.The current 2008 edition, available through Taylor & Francis Group publishing, includes brand new chapters on steroids, hallucinogens, oral cavity problems in addiction, alcohol-medication interactions, nicotine, OTCs, co-morbid psychiatric disorders in alcohol/drug abuse, plus updates and revisions to original chapters.

Highly recommended for anyone working in alcohol and drug studies, forensics, addiction medicine or teaching psychopharmacology at the graduate or medical school level. ... Read more

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This is a good textbook. The conditions of the book were exactly how the seller stated. Thanks. ... Read more

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Denial of addiction is the most prominent symptom of individuals who have problems with alcohol and substance abuse. Whatever its psychodynamics, their denial is reinforced by (1) fear that acknowledgment and treatment might jeopardize their professional status, and (2) the misconception that intellectual superiority constitutes a safeguard against loss of control. High achieversDdoctors, lawyers, business executives, clerics, nurses, professorsDare particularly vulnerable to such denial. Moreover, their spouses may share the fear that exposure could jeopardize and even undermine the family's livelihood. Some people become high achievers or overachievers in order to compensate for feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness. These feelings almost invariably surface in the substance abuser, antedating the onset of abuse. A particular challenge in treating this population is to address the negative consequences of low self-esteem without crippling the impulse to excel. Dr. Twerski demonstrates that chemical dependency is indeed an equal opportunity destroyer and he illuminates the makeup of high-achieving substance abusers as their narratives unfold. Addicted individuals will recognize themselves in these pages while providers of human services will discover ways and means to diagnose and intervene. ... Read more

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From alcohol and tobacco to marijuana, cocaine, and heroin, Substance Abuse: A Reference Handbook provides readers with a complete overview of legal and illicit drug use. Tracing the history of substance abuse throughout much of human history, the handbook provides scientific data clarifying how various types of addictive substances operate within the human system, both physically and psychologically. It also documents the ways in which various cultures—including modern-day America—have tried to control the use of these substances, and the consequences of those efforts.

Containing chronological and biographical sketches, lists of organizations, fundamental documents and data, and a complete annotated bibliography, Substance Abuse enables students to continue their own research.

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"In Part One, each topic addresses practical skills for the newer teacher in the classroom, to enable better facilitation practices.

Part Two addresses subject matter specific to becoming more knowledgeable about substance abuse today, a factor for every teacher to be familiar with. Useful for teacher education or certification courses.





“If you’re going into teaching at any level, kindergarten through graduate school, never mind having a ‘plan B’; you’d better have through ‘plan Z’, and it’s not sleeping ! “

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Paperback 6x9 305 pages

Southern Endings is the true story of an abuse survivor. Subjected to the prowling hands and physical abuse by her father Savannah was desperate to escape her home.
Her actions led her into relationship after relationship, each one more dangerous than the next. Throughout, she did everything possible to provide the best for her children. Meet Savannah and follow her on the road to healing and strength as she learns to love herself.
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Brave
It takes great courage to poor out one's soul for all to judge. I wish you the best and love yourself first! ... Read more

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A comprehensive and compassionate look into the major issues surrounding drug and alcohol abuse--from their causes and symptoms to their lethal consequences and treatment options. ... Read more

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Learn more effective treatments for adolescents with abuse substance disorder

Dual diagnosis of adolescent substance use disorders and comorbid psychiatric disorders must be treated simultaneously to be effective. Adolescent Substance Abuse: Psychiatric Comorbidity and High Risk Behaviors presents leading experts offering insightful viewpoints and dynamic suggestions on how to best provide simultaneous treatment and integrated services to these youths. The book covers the state of the art in the field of substance use disorders, reviews different psychiatric disorders and high risk behaviors, and then addresses the issue of integrated services and ethical, legal, and policy issues pertaining to this population.

In the field of adolescent substance abuse treatment, dual diagnosis is the rule rather than the exception, making assessment and treatment complicated. Adolescent Substance Abuse: Psychiatric Comorbidity and High Risk Behaviors comprehensively discusses the magnitude, etiology, and characteristics of problems and substance abuse disorders (SUD), and extensively explains ways to assess, treat, and develop services for adolescents. This unique text closely examines the assessment and treatment of psychiatric comorbid disorders among adolescents such as depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, and high risk behaviors including suicidal behavior, self-harm behavior, and gambling behavior. The text is extensively referenced and several chapters include helpful tables and figures to clearly display the data.

Topics examined in Adolescent Substance Abuse: Psychiatric Comorbidity and High Risk Behaviors include:

etiology of adolescent substance abuse
assessment
treatment planning
psychosocial interventions
pharmacological interventions
disruptive behavior disorders
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
depression
bi-polar mood disorder
anxiety disorders
trauma and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
suicidal and self-harm behaviors
schizophrenia
eating disorder
gambling behavior

Adolescent Substance Abuse: Psychiatric Comorbidity and High Risk Behaviors is an invaluable resource for mental health professionals, pediatricians, family physicians, nurses, addictions specialists, counselors, educators, students, and drug court professionals who provide assessment and treatment for youths with substance use disorders.

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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 the use of solution-focused brief therapy can minimize power struggles and enhance client success. Sample forms and handouts are included, as are additional resources for effective evaluation and treatment.

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This compelling new autobiography, 180 Degrees, demonstrates just how sincere these words can be. An inspiring true-story of a once homeless, teenage drug addict who was able to achieve sobriety and ultimately become a self-made millionaire by the age of 30.

This book is an invaluable resource for anyone who has given up hope for themselves, or for a loved one who is self-destructing through substance abuse.

TESTIMONIALS:

Téa Leoni, Actress: "The story you share of struggling with drug addiction is captivating and disturbing, but most importantly, the success you have found after achieving sobriety is awesome and inspiring for anyone wishing the same."

Sugar Ray Leonard: 6 Time World Boxing Champion & 1976 Olympic Gold Medalist. "Rob is truly a fighter! One of the toughest opponents you could ever face is drugs and alcohol! We have all been knocked down in life and if you are looking for a way to get back up, "180 degrees" is the perfect trainer!"

Anita, Homemaker / Teacher: "Rob is an inspiration for those who believe that life without drugs is not possible. For those who have not experienced the devil of addiction, you will be amazed to hear the story of how he grew up and survived. Page to page, this true story will have you wondering, What could possibly happen next? Robs story reminds us that no matter how bad a past you may have had, that there is always hope for the future."

Chris Hershey-Van Horn: "You don't have to be an addict to appreciate Robert's moving and sometimes shocking autobiography, 180 Degrees. Though I am not an addict (and plan on never becoming one, especially after reading this book), Robert's 180 Degrees touched me with the sheer raw power of its misadventures, and the subtle, yet encouraging optimism for those battling any kind addiction."

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Has to be suspect ...
... can't even get title right.

Not possible to go any lower than 90 degrees.

Awesome Story.
There are two types of books the ones you read casually and the ones that totally engulf you as you read.This book falls into that second category.I usually take about a month to finish a book, I finished this in 1.5 days.It is one of the best books I've ever read next to the Bible and "The Dirt" from Motley Crue.This book was motivational, inspirational and flat out an awesome read.It really shows how God is always there behind the scenes working in our lives.Read this book, I promise you will NOT be disappointed.

Robert, Thanks for sharing Your Story with the World.

An extraordinary story of perserverance and triumph!
180 Degrees is a treasure.It's one of those books that leave an impression - forever.Reading this book is time well spent, I'm so grateful I stumbled upon it.I consider Robert a close friend of mine now; anyone who reads his story will feel that way.I know him better than I know most people in my life just from reading his book.His honest portrayal of the tribulations he endured as a teenage drug addict are terrifying, especially for a mother.His story is so real and so intense that it was like being there as well.I found myself really caring for Robert and wanting so badly for him to be OK.I actually cried when he walked into the rooms of AA and knew he was home.It was so moving.

The fact that today he's successful in every respect brings me so much joy and hope.I love it that he is unselfishly sharing his recipe for success with the rest of us by revealing his Eight Equities.Robert is obviously a very wise and genuinely caring man.He's got the kind of insight that only comes from having lived two distinctively different lives. I think it's fantastic that he's opened himself up like he has with the intent of helping others - not just those suffering from the disease of addiction, but everyone who's seeking to have it all.Thanks for letting us know you, Robert, and thanks for the inspiration!This is a great read!

ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ
This is one of the most awe inspiring books I have ever read. Thank you Robert for sharing.

Exellent story of recovery.
This book is fantastically written for anyone going through recovery.It is an easy read filled with juicy details of what it was like, what happened, and what it is like now for Robert.It's a truly entertaining story and an inspiration for anyone. ... Read more

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Hardbound. Innovations in Adolescent Substance Abuse Interventions provides, for the first time, a single reference source for state-of-the-art, empirically tested approaches to assessing, preventing, and treating adolescent substance abuse problems. Previous texts on adolescent substance abuse have given limited attention to intervention, have been non-empirical in orientation, or have been devoted to a single intervention approach. This is remarkable given increasing international concern about how to address substance use problems among youth. The book includes sixteen chapters from leaders in the field, and the scope of the book includes assessment, primary prevention, secondary prevention, and treatment.

A limited number of inspection copies of this book are available for qualified course instructors. Requests for an Examination Copy (please provide full course details) should be sent via e-mail to: j.kershaw@elsevier.nl ... Read more

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The purpose of this book is to review the basic science and clinical findings concerning maternal substance abuse and the developing nervous system of unborn children. The short-term but vitally significant repercussions of such exposure on biological development, with particular reference to the nervous system, are discussed. The book also discusses the profound influence of maternal substance abuse on behavior in adulthood, which is caused by subtle changes in the chemistry or structure of the developing nervous system. The subject will not only be of interest to clinical and basic science researchers and teachers in the field of maternal substance abuse, but also to individuals in psychology, social work, cellular and molecular biolgoy, embryology, neuroscience, pharmacology, and in clinical professions such as pediatrics, neonatology, and obstetrics. The breadth of topics covered includes alcohol, cocaine, opiates, nicotine, benzodiazepines, marijuana, and the role of stress and hormones. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of the effects of substance abuse on neurotrophic factors and receptors.

Key Features
* Shows how abused substances act directly or indirectly to mimic or influence the action of neurotrophic factors
* Explains that the transient expression of peptides, neurotransmitters, and receptors can be markedly disturbed by drugs
* Demonstrates that animal and tissue culture studies are consistent with clinical observations and important in understanding and ameliorating adverse actions of drugs in early life ... Read more

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This book details a structured, research-based approach to working with the significant others of substance abusers. The approach, called `Unilateral Family Therapy', offers partners and family members hope not only of improving their own mental health, but also teaches how to restructure their relationship to the substance abuser in ways which could enhance the substance abuser's motivation to change and lead him or her to treatment. ... Read more

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