Substance use and gambling disorders - treatments for substance use disorders

3 important questions on Substance use and gambling disorders - treatments for substance use disorders

Which forms of biological treatments are mentioned in the book?

  • Antianxiety drugs, antidepressants and drug antagonists
  • methadone maintenance programs

Which forms of psychosocial treatments are mentioned in the book?

  • Behavioral treatments
  • cognitive treatments
  • motivational interviewing
  • relapse prevention
  • alcoholics anonymous

What are the goals of psychosocial treatments for substance use disorder?

  • Motivate patients to stop using addictive drug
  • teach patients new coping skills to replace substance use to cope with stress and negative feelings
  • change reinforcements for using substances
  • enhance individual's support from nonusing friends and family members
  • foster adherence to pharmacotherapies in combination with psychotherapy

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