Chemically Dependent Anonymous

Chemically Dependent Anonymous' (CDA) book by the same name outlines their history, philosophical underpinnings, & the program for people who are chemically dependent. CDA is a support group that deals with the disease of addiction & the possibility that an addict will transfer his or her chemical dependency from one substance to another. CDA has based its program on the programs proven successful by Alcoholics Anonymous for more than half a century. They have adapted AA's twelve steps & twelve traditions, changing them only so they refer to chemical dependency as a whole, rather than just alcohol abuse. The book CHEMICALLY DEPENDENT ANONYMOUS contains personal stories by 23 courageous recovering men & women who have been willing to share their personal stories about their addiction, their attempts at recovery & their success in combatting many varieties of substance abuse. Their stories have been kept as nearly as possible in their own words. Only those who have been there can so eloquently explain how they have been able to rebuild their lives. These CDA members want to give hope to others that they too may find freedom from their addictions through CDA's own time tested program of recovery outlined in this book.

Written by the Fellowship of Chemically Dependent Anonymous to share its history, philosophical underpinnings and program with others in our own book. We have based our program on one proven successful for over half a century by Alcoholics Anonymous in helping alcoholics find the road to recovery and a new way of life. As the focus of our program, we have adapted A.A.’s Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions, changing them only as they refer to chemical dependency in its entirety rather than alcohol abuse alone. We are grateful to A.A. for pointing the way for us as it has for many other anonymous groups.

Chemical dependency. For many families it has become an all-too- common problem, be it drug or alcohol related. What is needed is a practical resource that clearly outlines effective forms of intervention and treatment for chemically dependent individuals and families. Answering this need is "Treating the Chemically Dependent and Their Families." Written by practitioners for practitioners, this informative volume presents the major issues relevant to addiction and recovery from the perspectives of the addict, the addict's family, and the practitioner. Replete with numerous case studies, contributors discuss the consequences of addiction, assessment of addiction problems, recovery issues, treatment resources, relapse prevention, effects on the addict's family, and issues in family recovery. For practitioners, students, or family members themselves searching for answers to this tragic problem, you can't find a better resource than "Treating the Chemically Dependent and Their Families." "A valuable resource for the rehabilitation counselor. Many of the topics, such as professional enabling, apply to the counselor who is in the field of chemical addiction. One of the strengths is an overview of all the aspects of chemical addiction. Each chapter has an impressive list of references. The chapter on relapse prevention is encouraging. The book is well organized which leads to its usability." --Journal of Applied Rehabilitation Counseling.

Here at last is a comprehensive volume on the often-ignored but vitally important subject of care for the chemically dependent adolescent. The most current treatment approaches are included, all focused on the unique needs of this population. For the first time, a book on adolescent chemical dependence illustrates, in a practical way, the major issues of on-going care--from intervention and assessment through aftercare and relapse. Written by professionals who have worked extensively with chemically dependent youth, Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency will be appreciated by all in the field of chemical dependency--administrators, treatment directors, and certified addictions counselors, as well as by social workers, family therapists, school guidance counselors, and student assistance personnel. BACKCOVER COPYThe treatment of alcoholism and drug use is a relatively young field that has developed only in the past 25 years. And as most of the expertise, efforts, and money have been targeted toward the chemically dependent adult population, the use and abuse of substances among young people has skyrocketed. Here at last is a comprehensive book on the often-ignored but vitally important subject of care for the chemically dependent adolescent. The most current treatment approaches are included, all focused on the unique needs of this population. For the first time, a book on adolescent chemical dependence illustrates, in a practical way, the major issues of on-going care--from intervention and assessment through aftercare and relapse. Written by professionals who have worked extensively with chemically dependent youth, Practical Approaches in Treating Adolescent Chemical Dependency features: a comprehensive overview of the dynamics of adolescence and the destructive impact that chemicals have upon kids a description of adolescents who are at risk for chemical dependency guidelines for making accurate assessments of chemically dependent adolescents successful programs and interventions that involve communities, schools, and families special insights into treating chemically dependent minority youth a review of the stages of recovery adapted to the developmental needs of adolescents a look at support groups that best facilitate the recovery process among adolescents much more

Discusses the causes and dangers of chemical dependency, its effects on the family, and ways to get help in dealing with this problem.

This helpful book underscores the importance of working with both the individual and family as part of a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach in assessment, intervention, and treatment of chemical addiction. With many case studies highlighting the treatment guidelines, Chemical Dependency is an ideal guide for professionals and students in addictions studies, mental health, and other human service related fields intent on working with and providing services to individual and family addiction.

Daily Meditations for the Chemically Dependent

First published in 1992. Part I of the book covers phases of treatment for specific phases of recovery by describing key concepts and focusing on three dominant treatment modalities, inpatient, outpatient, and long-term residential therapeutic communities. Part II covers, in substantial depth, psychoanalytic/psychodynamic approaches. art III of the book examines cognitive-behavioral, self-help, and relapse prevention approaches to the treatment of the chemically dependent. Part VI mentions in all phases of treatment and recovery. Part IV of the book provides an overview of contemporary trends in research, while also discussing implications for treatment. n the therapeutic community. Part V attempts to draw the field of chemical dependency toward recognition of the importance of considering distinct population characteristics and how these characteristics may dictate modifications in treatment design. The book is suitable as a text in a course on substance abuse or as a critical reference for anyone doing clinical work or research in the field of chemical dependency.

Treating Chemically Dependent Families

Contains the philosophy, history, and program of Chemically Dependent Anonymous. 23 personal stories and a special chapter on how to have fun in recovery.