Full Description
Examine the worldwide phenomenon of substance abuse and addiction!
International Aspects of Social Work Practice in the Addictions examines current social work practice in the addictions around the world. Researchers and practitioners address the abuse of and addiction to alcohol and other drugs and the current policies impacting the treatment of these substances in different countries. The book looks at the substances abused, the scope of the problems, the social reactions, the treatment approaches, and the role of professionals in addressing issues unique to each country, providing a more critical understanding of the socioeconomic and cultural influences on treatment systems.
International Aspects of Social Work Practice in the Addictions presents cross-cultural perspectives on the effects of substance abuse and addiction on social policies, institutional practices, sources of funding, and social work methods. The book examines the rapid social changes that go hand in hand with increased rates of psychoactive substance problems and recognizes addiction as a complex biopsychosocial phenomenon that responds to intervention. The countries represented by the book's contributors include:
Israel
Ireland
Germany
Australia
Singapore
the Netherlands
the United Kingdom
the former Soviet Union
and the United States
International Aspects of Social Work Practice in the Addictions also includes book reviews related to cultural issues and a roundtable discussion concerning the legalization of drugs with perspectives from Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This unique book is a vital resource for clinicians, academics, and researchers.
Contents
Introduction
Articles
War and Peace: Social Work and the State of Chemical Dependency in the United States
Addiction Problems, Addiction Services, and Social Work in the Republic of Ireland
Dutch Drug Policy and the Role of Social Workers
Substance Use and Abuse and the Role of Social Workers in Germany
Social Work and the Treatment of Substance Abuse in Israel
Drug and Alcohol Addiction in Singapore: Issues and Challenges in Control and Treatment Strategies
A Preliminary Exploration of Immigrant Substance Abusers from the Former Soviet Union Living in Israel, Germany, and the United States: A Multi-National Perspective
Special Topics
Legalization of Drugs: Perspectives from the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia
Endpage
Index
Reference Notes Included
