Monthly Archives: August 2008

A possible future way to prevent relapses into drug dependence has been discovered. The target is the dopamine-producing nerve cells in the midbrain. Continue reading →

The Substance Abuse in Brief Fact Sheet is a six-page bulletin written for health and human services professionals who do not work directly in the substance abuse treatment field but whose work is affected by issues related to substance use disorders. Volume 5, Issue 1, An Introduction to Mutual Support Groups for Alcohol and Drug Abuse, presents information on mutual support groups for people with substance use disorders. It provides information that will help readers understand the effect of mutual support groups on recovery, become familiar with the different types of mutual support groups available, and make informed referrals to such groups.

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Date Added: 08/15/08
Inventory #: SMA08-4336
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This booklet contains useful tools and suggestions that clients can use to reinforce the concepts introduced in the Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment for People with Stimulant Use Disorders. Clients are encouraged to carry the booklet with them to help them in their recovery.

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Date Added: 08/15/08
Inventory #: SMA08-4155
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This manual introduces and welcomes clients to the Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment for People with Stimulant Use Disorders. It provides all the handouts used in the Individual/Conjoint, Early Recovery Skills, and Relapse Prevention sessions.

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Date Added: 08/15/08
Inventory #: SMA08-4154
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This guide is a companion document to TIP 24. It provides care clinicians with quick, easy access to assessment tools and other vital field-related information.

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Date Added: 08/15/08
Inventory #: SMA08-3740
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Sustaining Grassroots Community-Based Programs: A Tool Kit for Community-and Faith-Based Service Providers ToolKit designed to help grassroot community and faith based organizations develop program services. Contains 6 separate books: Introduction, Organizational Assessment and Readiness, Effective Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Sustainability Strategies, and Results-Oriented Evaluation.

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Date Added: 08/15/08
Inventory #: SMA08-4340
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The persistent nature of addiction is its most devastating feature. Understanding the mechanism underlying this phenomenon is the key for designing efficient therapy. Two separate studies published by Cell Press in the journal Neuron identify specific cocaine-induced changes in dopamine neurons that play a pivotal role in behaviors associated with drug addiction. Continue reading →

Every year, towns, counties, and states around the country observe National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in September. This year, the 19th annual Recovery Month recognizes the impact that real people and real stories have on recovery and celebrates those who work to advance the treatment and recovery landscape.

Date Added: 08/14/08
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