"Under the Influence"/ Milan and Ketcham
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A 7 page review of "Under the Influence: A Guide to the Myths and Realities of Alcoholism" by Dr. James R. Milam and Katherine Ketcham. The writer argues that despite the fact that this book was first published in 1981, it is still topical, instructive, comprehensive and an overall excellent text on alcoholism. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khinfoos.wps

A Case Study in Domestic Abuse
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An 8 page overview of the issues which are inherent in domestic abuse. Uses a fictional family to illustrate these issues and possible mechanisms for resolution. Provides extensive statistics regarding the different forms and prevalence of domestic abuse. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPabuse2.wps

A Comparison of Drug Treatment Programs and Their Influence on Self-Esteem
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This 7 page paper examines Methadone treatment programs and acupuncture in the treatment of drug addiction. An example study is included. Self-esteem is discussed as it is influenced by addiction and treatment. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: SA410add.rtf

A Definition for Alcoholism
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This 3 page paper examines different definitions of alcoholism. In the end, recommendations for evaluating alcoholics are made. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA649AA.rtf

A History of Addiction Treatment and Treatment Delivery Systems
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This 4 page paper looks at the history of substance abuse treatment. The problem is looked at from the nineteenth century on, but a significant change in the 1980s is highlighted. Government involvement in the treatment of addiction and other problems are discussed in depth. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA329drg.rtf

A Personal Theory of Supervision in Substance Abuse
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A 9 page review of the elements of effective supervision. This paper relates those elements to the substance abuse therapeutic setting. The author identifies behavioral modification as the most effective approach to couple with effective supervisory theory both in relationships between the therapist and the patient and between the therapist and their supervisor. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPdrgSup.rtf

A Pharmaceutical Care Model of Excellence
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This 18 page paper presents a model of pharmaceutical delivery and then goes on to support the assumption that it is indeed one of excellence. The paradigm is presented only after extensive research in the field is presented. Bibliography lists 18 sources.
Filename: SA028Prm.rtf