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Book Synopsis: Not everyone who experiments with substance use or risky behavior becomes addicted, and many who are addicted have been able to recover. This authoritative book, now revised and updated, has given tens of thousands of professionals and students a state-of-the-art framework for understanding the journey both into and out of addiction. From Carlo C. DiClemente, codeveloper of the transtheoretical model (TTM), the book identifies the stages and processes involved in initiating, modifying, maintaining, or stopping any pattern of behavior. Grounded in extensive research, and illustrated with vivid case examples, the book shows how using the TTM can help overcome obstacles to change and make treatment and prevention more effective.
New to This Edition *Incorporates 15 years of research advances, contemporary prevention and treatment approaches, and the ongoing development of the TTM. *Chapter on current developments in intervention research. *Expanded discussions of neuroscience; self-regulation; behavioral economics; self-help, mutual help, and spirituality; motivational issues; "process addictions" (gambling and sex addiction); and more. *Deeper coverage of risk and protective factors across adolescent and young adult development.
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Are you or someone you know struggling with addiction? Discover the key to overcoming addiction and achieving lasting recovery with the groundbreaking book, Addiction and Change: How Addictions Develop and Addicted People Recover. This extensively revised and updated edition by renowned expert Carlo C. DiClemente offers a cutting-edge framework for understanding the journey into addiction and the path to recovery. With its in-depth research and compelling case examples, this book is a must-have resource for professionals and students in the field.
What sets Addiction and Change apart is its integration of the transtheoretical model (TTM), developed by DiClemente himself. This model identifies the stages and processes involved in initiating, modifying, maintaining, or stopping any pattern of behavior. By applying the TTM, you can gain a deeper understanding of the obstacles to change and enhance the effectiveness of treatment and prevention efforts. Whether you're a practitioner or someone going through addiction, this book equips you with the knowledge to transform lives.
The latest edition incorporates 15 years of research advancements, offering you the most up-to-date information on prevention and treatment approaches. Additionally, it explores current developments in intervention research, providing you with the latest insights and strategies for helping individuals overcome addiction. With expanded discussions on neuroscience, self-regulation, behavioral economics, and motivational issues, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of the complex factors at play.
Don't miss out on the deeper coverage of risk and protective factors across adolescent and young adult development. Understanding these factors is crucial for early intervention and effective prevention. Addiction and Change arms you with the knowledge and tools necessary to make a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with addiction.
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