Addiction: An Information Guide - Softcover

Herie, Marilyn; Godden, Tim; Schenfeld, Joanne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 177052505X ISBN 13: 9781770525054

Publisher: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, 2010

Synopsis

Addiction: An Information Guide is the latest in the series of CAMH guides for clients and families. Written by professional counsellors, this concise and easy-to-read booklet includes information on: - what addiction is - what causes addiction - addiction treatment and other support options - recovery and relapse prevention - help for partners and families - explaining addiction to children. The guide also recommends books and websites where people can learn more, and includes contact information for organizations and services that can offer support. Professionals may wish to offer this guide to their clients and families and use it to introduce and discuss issues. People with substance use problems and their families may wish to order this guide for themselves. The guide is also useful for health and social service workers, students, journalists and anyone else wanting to gain a basic understanding of addiction, its effects and treatment.

Edition details

• Publisher: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 177052505X
• ISBN 13: 9781770525054
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64