Managing the Dually Diagnosed Patient: Current Issues and Clinical Approaches, Second Edition (Revis

This essential book provides a wealth of useful information on effectively treating substance abusers who also suffer from mental illness. This second edition is extensively updated to reflect the dramatic changes in the past decade. It includes vital new information on treatment considerations for women and adolescents and examines the increased restrictions placed on treatment in the age of managed care. In addition, you'll find a comprehensive overview of the literature on dual diagnosis assessment and treatment that integrates practical clinical considerations and approaches based on the authors' extensive experience.