New Treatments for Chemical Addictions

Substance abuse accounts for a large percentage of the healthcare dollars spent in the US. In recent years, mental health professionals have become increasingly aware of the comorbid occurrence of substance-related and psychiatric disorders, making addiction psychiatry a timely topic.

New Treatments for Chemical Addictionsdiscusses the important issues of addiction that practicing psychiatrists must struggle with including the medical, psychological and social aspects of treating the mentally ill. The book’s distinguished contributors provide an overview of current and soon-to-be available treatments for addiction. Clinicians will learn how to recognize substance abuse in their psychiatric patients and how to treat the dual-diagnosed patient.

This volume uncovers recent research findings on nicotine dependence and describes optimal treatment regimens. It shares research on the treatment of women with substance abuse, their specialized treatment needs, and the biological differences between men and women in response to drugs and alcohol.

The book presents many pharmacotherapy options for treating opioid-dependent patients and research examining this serious addiction. It also explores optimal treatment settings and pharmacotherapy regimens for treating patients with substance abuse and HIV. It covers recent advances, effective treatments, and important considerations in providing optimal care for dual-diagnosis patients.

It is comprehensive guide for the clinician in the day-to-day treatment of patients suffering from addiction and psychological disorders including a detailed comparison of the pros and cons of particular medications.