Foundations of Addictions Counseling, 5th edition

Published by Pearson (May 1, 2024) © 2025

  • David Capuzzi
  • Mark D. Stauffer

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ISBN-13: 9780138285159 (2024 update)
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Foundations of Addictions Counseling combines real-life techniques and skills with a thorough review of addictions counseling research, theory and history. Holistic coverage helps prepare you to work on behalf of various clients and diverse communities in family, rehabilitation and school settings. Twenty areas of focus draw on the specialized knowledge of the writers of each chapter, providing real-world, up-to-date context. Case studies throughout illustrate practical applications of the concepts discussed.

The 5th Edition integrates more information on issues connected with diversity, equity and inclusion as well as new learning objectives, current research, additional case studies and sidebars.

PART I: INTRODUCTION TO ADDICTIONS COUNSELING

  1. History and Etiological Models of Addiction
  2. Substance Addictions
  3. Process Addictions
  4. Important Professional Issues in Addiction Counseling
  5. Introduction to Assessment
  6. Assessment and Diagnosis of Addictions

PART II: THE TREATMENT OF ADDICTIONS

  1. Motivational Interviewing
  2. Psychotherapeutic Approaches
  3. Treatment of Comorbid Disorders
  4. Group Counseling for Treatment of Addictions
  5. Addiction Pharmacotherapy
  6. 12-Step Facilitation of Treatment
  7. Maintenance and Reoccurrences

PART III: ADDICTIONS IN FAMILY THERAPY, REHABILITATION, AND SCHOOL SETTINGS

  1. Substance Use and Families
  2. Persons with Disabilities and Substance-Use Disorders
  3. Substance Use Disorder Programs across the Life Span

PART IV: CROSS-CULTURAL COUNSELING IN ADDICTIONS

  1. Cross-Cultural Counseling: Engaging Ethnic Diversity
  2. Gender, Sex, and Addictions
  3. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer Affirmative Addictions Treatment
  4. Inpatient and Outpatient Addiction Treatment

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