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The Science of Addiction: From Neurobiology to Treatment
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An overview of the neurobiology behind addictions.Neuroscience is clarifying the causes of compulsive alcohol and drug use––while also shedding light on what addiction is, what it is not, and how it can best be treated––in exciting and innovative ways. Current neurobiological research complements and enhances the approaches to addiction traditionally taken in social work and psychology. However, this important research is generally not presented in a forthright, jargon-free way that clearly illustrates its relevance to addiction professionals. In The Science of Addiction, Carlton K. Erickson presents a comprehensive overview of the roles that brain function and genetics play... [Read More]

Buzzed: The Straight Facts About the Most Used and Abused Drugs from Alcohol to Ecstasy (Third Edition)
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The third edition of the essential, accessible source for understanding how drugs work and their effects on body and behavior.Together, the first two editions of Buzzed have sold over 120,000 copies—and now the authors have revised and updated the book to include the ... [Read More]

Recovery from Addiction: A Practical Guide to Treatment, Self-Help, and Quitting on Your Own
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Millions of people enter or seriously consider entering alcohol or drug treatment each year. In their understandable state of urgency, most first-time treatment seekers and their loved ones may rush to the first treatment option they encounter. They are unlikely to be aware of why one form of intervention would be a good choice for their particular problem or why some approaches may, under some conditions, actually be harmful. Lacking reliable information, they are unable to make informed choices. Recovery from Addiction offers a concise, reader-friendly guide for substance dependent persons, their families, and friends to help make sense of... [Read More]

Pharmacology and Treatment of Substance Abuse: Evidence and Outcome Based Perspectives (Counseling and Psychotherapy: Investigating Practice from Scientific, Historical, and Cultural Perspectives)
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Given the prevalence of substance abuse in general clinical populations, it is important for healthcare providers to have knowledge and skill in the treatment of these problems. Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) involves the integration of the best evidence with clinical expertise and patient values. This text is designed as a bridge for practitioners that will provide up-to-date evidence reviews as well as information on how to best keep up with emerging trends in the field.  The editors have gathered expert authors to provide a much needed summary of the current status of the evidence based practice for both the assessment and treatment... [Read More]

Enough Already!: A Guide to Recovery from Alcohol and Drug Addiction
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Enough Already! is an easy read that educates alcoholics and addicts on precisely what to do to get and stay sober. After learning about the disease of alcoholism/addiction and time-tested tools of recovery, the reader is introduced to relapse prevention strategies, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step programs, and coping skills to deal with uncomfortable emotions that often lead to drug and alcohol use. This is followed by specific instructions on how to get started in recovery and a final inspiring chapter entitled "The Miracle." Having years of sobriety and experience in the... [Read More]

Etiology of Substance Use Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Emerging Findings from the Center for Education and Drug Abuse Research
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Explore the current literature on the origins of SUD!With a multidisciplinary perspective, this unique book presents new data and integrates the current empirical literature on the causes and origins of substance use disorder (SUD)--genetic, endocrine, neurological, behavioral, family, and environmental factors. Here you’ll find a new theoretical framework that has been shown to have heuristic utility within a developmental model of SUD. In addition, Etiology of Substance Use Disorder in Children and Adolescents: Emerging Findings from the Center for Education and Drug Abuse Research delivers research results that demonstrate how to identify youths who are at high risk for SUD... [Read More]

The Science of Addiction: From Neurobiology to Treatment
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An overview of the neurobiology behind addictions.Neuroscience is clarifying the causes of compulsive alcohol and drug use––while also shedding light on what addiction is, what it is not, and how it can best be treated––in exciting and innovative ways. Current neurobiological research complements and enhances the approaches to addiction traditionally taken in social work and psychology. However, this important research is generally not presented in a forthright, jargon-free way that clearly illustrates its relevance to addiction professionals. In The Science of Addiction, Carlton K. Erickson presents a comprehensive overview of the roles that brain function and genetics play... [Read More]

Tales of Addiction and Inspiration for Recovery: Twenty True Stories from the Soul (Reflections of America)
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Whether addicted or not, we all have stories to tell The stories of tragedy and redemption found within Tales of Addiction are not about the well known celebrities you find in the usual tabloids. Rather, these stories are true-grit tales told by people you will never meet but whose words will haunt you for months, years maybe. The author collected the stories for over two years through a "call for stories" she put in journals, workshops and lectures. Interwoven throughout, Barbara and her son share their own story of pain and struggle. In this book, you'll learn:... [Read More]

Enough Already!: A Guide to Recovery from Alcohol and Drug Addiction
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Enough Already! is an easy read that educates alcoholics and addicts on precisely what to do to get and stay sober. After learning about the disease of alcoholism/addiction and time-tested tools of recovery, the reader is introduced to relapse prevention strategies, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step programs, and coping skills to deal with uncomfortable emotions that often lead to drug and alcohol use. This is followed by specific instructions on how to get started in recovery and a final inspiring chapter entitled "The Miracle." Having years of sobriety and experience in the... [Read More]

Recovery from Addiction: A Practical Guide to Treatment, Self-Help, and Quitting on Your Own
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Millions of people enter or seriously consider entering alcohol or drug treatment each year. In their understandable state of urgency, most first-time treatment seekers and their loved ones may rush to the first treatment option they encounter. They are unlikely to be aware of why one form of intervention would be a good choice for their particular problem or why some approaches may, under some conditions, actually be harmful. Lacking reliable information, they are unable to make informed choices. Recovery from Addiction offers a concise, reader-friendly guide for substance dependent persons, their families, and friends to help make sense of... [Read More]

Enough Already!: A Guide to Recovery from Alcohol and Drug Addiction
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Enough Already! is an easy read that educates alcoholics and addicts on precisely what to do to get and stay sober. After learning about the disease of alcoholism/addiction and time-tested tools of recovery, the reader is introduced to relapse prevention strategies, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step programs, and coping skills to deal with uncomfortable emotions that often lead to drug and alcohol use. This is followed by specific instructions on how to get started in recovery and a final inspiring chapter entitled "The Miracle." Having years of sobriety and experience in the... [Read More]

Enough Already!: A Guide to Recovery from Alcohol and Drug Addiction
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Enough Already! is an easy read that educates alcoholics and addicts on precisely what to do to get and stay sober. After learning about the disease of alcoholism/addiction and time-tested tools of recovery, the reader is introduced to relapse prevention strategies, the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and other 12 Step programs, and coping skills to deal with uncomfortable emotions that often lead to drug and alcohol use. This is followed by specific instructions on how to get started in recovery and a final inspiring chapter entitled "The Miracle." Having years of sobriety and experience in the... [Read More]

Higher & Higher: From Drugs and Destruction to Health and Happiness
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Offering a fresh and uplifting perspective on every aspect of drug addiction and recovery, this empowering self-help resource, which speaks to addicts from all walks of life, guides readers to the ultimate healthy and sustainable high. This unique handbook explores the human need to feel good and how to integrate past drug experiences into a new, positive lifestyle with traditional Chinese medicine. Mind, body, and spirit workouts are interspersed throughout the guide with analytical material and real-life experiences, providing help for both victims of addiction and their families.

Abundance of Details, Options Can Cloud Clear Vision of What's Best for Employees.: An article from: Arkansas Business
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This digital document is an article from Arkansas Business, published by Journal Publishing, Inc. on December 27, 1999. The length of the article is 859 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Abundance of Details, Options Can Cloud Clear Vision of What's Best for Employees.
Publication: Arkansas Business (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 27, 1999
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Volume: 16 Issue: 52 Page: 48

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Assessing the risk potential of premium payment options in participating life insurance contracts.: An article from: Journal of Risk and Insurance
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This digital document is an article from Journal of Risk and Insurance, published by American Risk and Insurance Association, Inc. on September 1, 2008. The length of the article is 10333 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.Citation DetailsTitle: Assessing the risk potential of premium payment options in participating life insurance contracts.Author: Nadine GatzertPublication: Journal of Risk and Insurance (Magazine/Journal)Date: September 1, 2008Publisher: American Risk and Insurance Association, Inc.Volume: 75 Issue: 3... [Read More]

AMA seeks solutions to health coverage crisis: although the AMA favors the tax credit option, its 'highly unlikely' that a single plan for reform will ... An article from: Skin & Allergy News
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Irritability, insomnia, weakness, headache, dry mouth, shortage of concentration.these are just some of the withdrawal problems that you may have to deal with have to deal with on giving up smoking. Withdrawal issues are one of the most distinguished reasons why many people are unable to stop smoking. But you don't have to let these withdrawal pains come in your way of giving up the unhealthy habit. You can manage them effectively with the aid of following tips.

The most vital thing in this direction is to maintain a journal. It is one of the most useful things that you can do deal with your withdrawal issues. Maintaining a book will help you write down all the situations and timings when the withdrawal pains are at their peak. Figure out when you are feeling the necessity to smoke the most. It can be anything, as for some the desire can be maximum after they are done with dinner. While for several others the longings can be when out in company of friends. Simply note down the frequency and the scenarios in the book. It will go a good distance in dealing with the issue better.

Start drinking plenty of water. Water can help a great amount in managing the withdrawal issues. It helps treat constipation, coughing, cravings, hunger pangs and several other withdrawal symptoms. Also, water flushes out the residual nicotine in the body. It keeps you hydrated, which is good for your general health. If you don't like the taste of water, you can squeeze half a lemon to add taste.

A number of people have spotted that as they give up smoking, their appetite takes a pointed upswing. A number of these people resort to junk food to overcome this problem. While there is not much of an issue if you consume proper, healthy food, too much of junk or fast food might land you in difficulty, the least being obesity. You need to gorge your appetite with healthy snacks. Best options include celery, melon chunks,string cheese and fresh berries.

Another effective step in this direction is to exercise. It plays a great role when it comes to dealing with the mood swings that many folks battle with, once they kick the butt. Likewise exercise is good for the well being of health too. You need not head for a gym session always to get the desired result. A brisk of walk of 30 mins on daily basis can perform miracles to your problem.

Cosseting yourself is also a good way to fight the withdrawal issues. Giving up smoking isn't especially straightforward. It requires a lot of hard work. So, it is smart if you reward yourself for all the hard work you have been putting in. You could indulge in shopping or treat yourself with a motion picture that you needed to catch up with. Indulging in a pizza or a slice of your top cake once in a while also helps.

Working with the issue of withdrawal symptoms is not as difficult as often thought to be. All that you need to do is to follow these measures diligently. In no time you will realize that the withdrawal symptoms will not bother you any more.

Escape from Tranquillizers and Sleeping Pills: Withdrawal Plan
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Tens of thousands of people have been made ill simply because, for too long, they took a legally prescribed medicine. This is a plan for all those who want to find a method of losing their dependency on tranquillizers or sleeping pills. Neild, a counsellor, has set out his practical and sympathetic advice for a gradual weaning-off process which, combined with breathing exercises and a healthy diet, has already had a success rate.

Health savings accounts: another option for medical costs.(Association Briefs): An article from: Leader's Edge
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This digital document is an article from Leader's Edge, published by Michigan Association of CPAs on September 1, 2004. The length of the article is 500 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Health insurance for the uninsured: there are affordable options for those without coverage.(MONEY BASICS): An article from: Black Enterprise
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This digital document is an article from Black Enterprise, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2005. The length of the article is 635 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Health insurance for the uninsured: there are affordable options for those without coverage.(MONEY BASICS)
Author: Janelle A. Williams
Publication: Black Enterprise (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2005
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Volume: 36 Issue: 3 Page: 41(1)

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