4 Ergebnisse.

In the 1980s the study of alcoholism was in a period of rapid change, this book, originally published in 1985, identifies and explores the three most controversial contemporary issues. The authors broadly reject the disease concept of alcoholism, but, as this volume shows, there is still scope for vigorous debate.

First published in 1981, here was the first review of literature on a controversial but increasingly practiced approach to the treatment of alcoholism. The authors analyse all the questions controlled drinking raises, starting with the need to examine the `disease conception¿ of alcoholism and `total abstinence¿ treatment.

Problem drinking aims to bridge the wide gap that exits between the modern, scientific account of the nature of alcohol problems, and the popular understanding of the subject. In particular, it presents detailed evidence and arguments against the commonly accepted view that 'alcoholism' isbest regarded as a disease. Instead, it outlines an alternative approach to alcohol problems, based on the premise that they are best seen as example of soci...

Designed for all those who, due to health or financial reasons, wish to cut down on their drinking. Useful advice to enable people to change their drinking patterns, a drinking diary and tips for drinking less are included.