Substance Misuse: The Implications of Research, Policy and Practice - Brossura

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ISBN 10: 1843106965 ISBN 13: 9781843106968

Casa editrice: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2009

Riassunto

Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. With heightened political and policy emphasis on all aspects of substance misuse, it is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities. Based on research and evidence, this book provides a sound basis for grounded and innovative practice.

Leading international contributors outline holistic and specialist approaches to policy and practice, and highlight the shift in emphasis from immediate risk minimisation to long-term recovery, the importance of prevention and the pivotal role of workforce development. Issues surrounding work with children and families affected by substance misuse are explored, and ways of implementing new approaches revealed. The book also looks at the impact of the smoking ban in Scotland, and suggests ways to support tobacco use cessation.

This book is essential reading for all front-line practitioners working with substance misusers, including social work, health professionals and counsellors.

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Informazioni sull?autore

Joy Barlow is Head of Scottish Training on Drugs and Alcohol at the University of Glasgow, UK. Joy has extensive experience in the substance misuse field, and was awarded an MBE in 1999 for services to innovative drug prevention and treatment.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Data di pubblicazione: 2009
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1843106965
• ISBN 13: 9781843106968
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 240
• Redattore: Barlow Joy
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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