Alcoholism and Substance Abuse in Diverse Populations

Addictions counselors as well as mental health professionals who treat substance abuse and addictions will find the book to be an invaluable resource that will help them address the many issues that diverse populations bring to treatment.
The time when “one approach fits all” in addressing addictive disorders is gone.

This book will help the practitioner develop treatment and prevention plans that are specific to the special needs for each diverse population.

Features:
» Reader friendly
» Important issues regarding diversity and addictions for 17 specific populations
» Hundreds of references supporting material within the book
» Contributing authors with thousands of combined hours of experience in addictions
» Web resources
» Extensive bibliography regarding diversity with specific populations