The first edition of this book was based upon the recommendations of the Quality Assurance in the Treatment of Drug Dependence Project, and provided a step-by-step-guide for therapists working with clients with alcohol or other drug dependency or misuse. Since publication in 1995 it has become well known for its easy-to-read style and wealth of practical resource materials. However, the evidence in the field has moved forward in the last eight years, creating a need for an updated edition. Retaining the trademark easy-to-use, up-to-date style, the Second Edition offers new chapters on pharmacotherapies, case management, young people, and dual diagnosis. Other chapters have been updated to reflect the latest research findings and current practice, and the practice sheets and client handouts are made available online for downloading and customization by therapists.
A report of an investigation, funded by the Drug and Alcohol Directorate of the New South Wales Department of Health, into the effectiveness of methadone maintenance treatment. The investigators present a major review of the scientific literature on the subject and augment this with comments from Australian experts on the literature and clinical practice surrounding the treatment. Includes a bibliography and an index.
This report examines parenting issues and child protection involvement among women with a history of illicit drug use in Australia. It presents findings from the Child Protection and Mothers in Substance Abuse Treatment study, a three-year study funded by NSW Community Services and the University of New South Wales. The study draws on interviews with 171 women attending opioid treatment clinics across Sydney, New South Wales, as well as drug treatment and child protection records as permitted. Just over one-third of the women were involved with child protection services at the time of interview, with one-third of their children in out of home care. The study examined what factors were associated with child protection involvement, including number of children, use of psychiatric medication, support from own parents, and socioeconomic disadvantage, as well as parenting issues and child behaviour problems. The report examines the findings, and notes the implications for policy and practice. Of particular interest was the finding that having greater social support, particularly from parents, significantly reduced the likelihood of being involved with the child protection system.
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