This book presents the strengths perspective as the unifying framework of the text to bridge the gap between 12-step approaches and harm reduction in addictions treatment. This perspective is applied to the treatment of alcoholism, eating disorders, compulsive gambling, and other addictions. The biopsychosocial framework is the organizing framework for this text. Divided into four parts,
Addiction Treatment: A Strengths Perspective
is comprised of three core sections that cover the biology, psychology, and social aspects of addiction respectively.