Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide

Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide
by Robert R. Perkinson

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Author: Robert R. Perkinson
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2007-12-06
ISBN: 1412957001
Number of pages: 744
Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc

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Book Review: Chemical Dependency, God Sufficiency, Spiritual Treatment
Summary: 4 Stars

Dr. Perkinson works with a number of people I know in the Christian treatment arena. And his book lays out some fundamental senses-knowledge rules of the road for counselors of all beliefs. But I yearn for much more willingness to avoid misleading talk about a "higher power," "God as you understand Him," and similar compromise language.God and Alcoholism: Our Growing Opportunity in the 21st Century. The "higher power" approach has led to the downward plunge to the thought that you can make the AA group your higher power. But what is a higher power? It's not the Creator. It's not the Highest Power--Almighty God.Turning Point: A History of Early A.A.'s Spiritual Roots and Successes. So too the approach has encouraged sick people, new to recovery, to "create a god" of their own understanding. A New Way In: Reaching the Heart of a Child of God in Recovery with His Own, Powerful, Historical Roots. What is such a fabricated deity? It's not the God of our fathers of whom Bill Wilson spoke.The Conversion of Bill W.: More on the Creator's Role in Early A.A.. Straight shooting even by counselors with diverse client populations is important. If they are talking to Christians, they need to have the Ten Commandments in mind--no other Gods before me. They need to have Jesus' teaching that no one comes to the Father but by him. They need to desist from trying to pacify people of all faiths by suggesting surrender to the no faith approach of today--your higher power can be a light bulb, a radiator, Something, Somebody, Santa Clause, or nothing at all.When Early AAs Were Cured and Why, Third Edition. I am as supportive of trained and training counselors as the next person concerned about alcoholism, addiction, and substance abuse. But counselors need to know A.A. history. They need to know that early A.A. was a Christian Fellowship. The need to know that belief in the Creator was required. And they need to know the success rate of the pioneers was 75% and later 93% in Cleveland. They should not salt the source with substitute seasonings just to appeal to people of other persuasions. Congratulations to the author for his research and experience. Let's demand, as well, that accurate history be made a part of any such guide and any such approach.Introduction to the Sources and Founding of Alcoholics Anonymous There's nothing to fear from facts. The truth can "make" you free. Very possibly author-practitioners should identify themselves as believers or secular protagonists. If they are believers, they should have no problem pointing out that belief in the power of God has been a time-honored approach to cure for centuries and centuries. God Bless, Dick B.

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Summary of Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide

The world's leading treatment manual for chemical dependency counselors, Chemical Dependency Counseling: A Practical Guide, Third Edition, uses straightforward language, engaging case studies, and step-by-step instructions for all phases of patient care at all levels of treatment. Covering the gamut of treatment issues, this volume is the comprehensive guide for professionals and providers who work with the chemically dependant in a variety of settings.

New to the Third Edition???

Features more than 50 instrumental appendices - many new and updated - including screening questionnaires, scales, history assessments, personal recovery plans, in-patient and outpatient schedules, and many more?
Discusses a variety of psychopharmacological interventions that can aid in recovery, including naltrexone and acamprosate??

"The zaniest, sweetest, most intelligent, spirit-filled man who has entered into this world of addiction. In his songs, books, lectures and personal visits he speaks his joy, light and thoughtfulness. So, you would be blessed to read this book to gain a deeper knowledge."
- Cynthia Moreno Touhy
Executive Director, National Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors??

Intended Audience??
With state-of-the-art treatment tools, this book is a must have for mental health practitioners as well as upper-level undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in Substance Abuse Counseling, Chemical Dependency Counseling, Mental Health Counseling or other courses in psychology, social work, and psychiatric nursing departments.

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