Focused versus Broad-Spectrum Behavior Therapy for Problem Drinkers.

Miller, William R.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1980-Oct

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Focused versus Broad-Spectrum Behavior Therapy for Problem Drinkers.

Miller, William R.; And Others

Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, v48 n5 p590-601 Oct 1980

Results of this comparison of treatment methods indicated that all groups improved significantly on drinking measures. Breath testing was found to be unhelpful as an assessment procedure. The degree to which therapists showed accurate empathy proved to be a good predictor of client outcome. (Author)

Descriptors: Alcoholism, Behavior Modification, Comparative Analysis, Counseling Techniques, Counseling Theories, Empathy, Predictor Variables, Self Control, Sex Differences

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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