Psychology

This contemporary textbook promotes a better understanding of recent research on alcoholism while discussing the clinical implications of treatment, prevention, and policy applications.

This book is a practical step to bridge the gap between the treatment of alcoholism and the research on alcoholism. The author has included the research on alcohol and alcoholism that has been conducted over the past 25 years to promote a better understanding of alcoholism and its treatment.

• Enables reader to distinguish between experiential, professional, and research knowledge.

• Teaches future clinicians to diagnose alcohol disorders.

• Presents a balanced view of research on the benefits as well as the detrimental effects of drinking.

• Readers learn how to assess dose, regardless of type of beverage, weight, or sex of imbiber.

• Readers learn about and evaluate types of research.

• Clinical application of research is presented at the end of each chapter.

• Includes discussion of large epidemiological surveys on alcohol use.

• Presents research on alcohol's effects on emotional reaction, including aggression.

• The effectiveness of alcoholism treatment is discussed and evaluated.

 1. How Do We Know About Alcohol and Alcoholism? Knowledge About Alcohol, Alcohol Problems, and Alcoholism.


 2. Measurement and Basic Concepts of Alcoholism Research.


 3. Alcohol and Its Effects on the Body.


 4. Heredity and Alcohol.


 5. Statistics on Alcohol use: Epidemiologic Research on Alcohol.


 6. Longitudinal Studies on Alcohol: Alcohol and the Life Span.


 7. Environmental Factors Affecting Alcohol Use: Cultural and Social Research Findings.


 8. Alcohol, Emotion, Sex, and Aggression.


 9. Alcohol, Violent Crime, Criminal Justice, and Substance Abuse Treatment.


10. Co-Occurring Alcohol Use and Mental Disorders: Epidemiology, Treatment and Treatment Outcome.


11. Outcome Studies on Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment: From the Rand Report to the MATCH Study.


12. Summary and Recommendations.

Substance Abuse  (Psychology)
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Introduction to Clinical Psychology  [SUPPLEMENTAL TEXTS - ALL OTHERS]   (Psychology)

"[Dr. Yalisove] has a nice ability of taking difficult concepts and presenting
them clearly and in an interesting manner."--Dr. Lala Ashenberg Straussner, New York University

Medical Affairs
Alkermes, Inc.

You have a nice ability of taking difficult concepts and presenting
them clearly and in an interesting manner. I like it since it addresses topics that are not found in other texts and plan to put it as a recommended reading for my students.

Dr. Lala Ashenberg Straussner
Professor and Director,
Post-Master Certificate Program in
The Clinical Approaches to Addictions,
Editor, Journal of Social Work Practice
In the Addictions
New York University

“Introduction to Alcohol Research: Implications for Treatment, Prevention, and Policy offers an objective summary of alcohol research, the positive and negative consequences of alcohol consumption, and the causes and effective treatment of alcohol disorders. The text's unique design includes more research studies on alcohol than any other single volume, giving readers a broad understanding of alcohol research and its implications. Yalisove's pedagogical approach bridges the gap between the clinical and research worlds by reaching out to both communities. The research material he cites can be utilized in clinical practices, while also providing a forum to discuss future research possibilities. Introduction to Alcohol Research presents readers with their first opportunity for a comprehensive, unbiased study of alcohol and alcohol disorders.”
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"Daniel,

We met a few months ago at the AMERSA conference, at which time you kindly gave me a copy of your text.  I read much of it a few days ago while traveling and wanted to tell you how impressed I was.   You really did a fine job reviewing the relevant literature.  Your text is a unique contribution to the field - I hope it does very well." 

"Introduction to Alcohol Research: Implications for Treatment, Prevention,
and Policy", provides a wealth of invaluable information for forensic mental
health experts and attorneys.  Even those with backgrounds in alcohol abuse,
will find this comprehensive volume to be a major source of reference when
addressing a range of psycho-legal issues involving claims of intoxication.
Cases involving the effects of alcohol on criminal responsibility and
decision-making, its relationship to claimed torts in personal  injury
cases, and the general effects of alcohol at various levels of intoxication
are considered.  This text describes why alcohol has a profound effect on
physical and cognitive functioning and it included valuable information
regarding the use of alcohol by various demographic groups -- information
frequently focused on in legal cases."

Introduction to Alcohol Research: Implications for Treatment, Prevention, and Policy offers an objective summary of alcohol research, the positive and negative consequences of alcohol consumption, and the causes and effective treatment of alcohol disorders. The text's unique design includes more research studies on alcohol than any other single volume, giving readers a broad understanding of alcohol research and its implications.

Yalisove's pedagogical approach bridges the gap between the clinical and research worlds by reaching out to both communities. The research material he cites can be utilized in clinical practices, while also providing a forum to discuss future research possibilities.

Introduction to Alcohol Research presents readers with their first opportunity for a comprehensive, unbiased study of alcohol and alcohol disorders.

Building Bridges: The Allyn & Bacon Student Guide to Service-Learning
Hamner
©2002 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 128 pp | Instock
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Clicker Questions for Introductory Psychology
Martichuski
©2009 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Instock
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Contemporary Readings in Psychology: A New York Times Reader
Coats
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Orton & Jacobs
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InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
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Psychobabble and Biobunk: Using Psychology to Think Critically about Issues in the News, 2/E
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ResearchNavigator.com Guide: Psychology (Valuepack item only)
Kelley & Barr
©2007 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 96 pp | Instock
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ResearchNavigator.com Guide: The Helping Professions (Valuepack item only)
Yaffe & Barr
©2007 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 224 pp | Instock
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Speaking Out: Interviews with People Who Struggle
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Stress Management Workbook: Techniques and Self Assessment Procedures
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©1998 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 176 pp | Instock
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©2008 | Allyn & Bacon | Electronic Supplement | Instock
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