Cocaine and Methamphetamine Addiction: Treatment, Recovery and Relapse Prevention

Two experienced addiction treatment professionals present a practice-oriented approach to understanding and overcoming addiction to cocaine, with the addition of a treatment protocol for working with clients addicted to methamphetamines. Citing the latest research, Washton and Zweben explain how to approach clients about their drug use, when and how to involve family members, and how to prevent relapse. Specific strategies are brought to life with case examples. In a straightforward style, the authors provide a wealth of practical information that is useful not only to professionals but also to cocaine and methamphetamine users themselves, as well as to their families, friends, and employersall of whom can benefit from an increased understanding of the addiction and its treatment.