Abstinence versus Controlled Use: A Fresh Perspective on a Stale Debate.

Bruns, Julie A.; Hanna, Fred J.

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ERIC Number: EJ514519

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1995

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Abstinence versus Controlled Use: A Fresh Perspective on a Stale Debate.

Bruns, Julie A.; Hanna, Fred J.

Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling, v16 n1 p14-29 Oct 1995

Examines whether an abuser of alcohol can eventually learn to safely manage his or her own intake. Bridging the gap between two perspectives may empower therapists to explore the use of both abstinence and controlled use as a possible means to increase overall success of alcohol treatment. (JBJ)

Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Alcohol Education, Alcoholism, Drinking, Outcomes of Treatment, Psychological Evaluation, Substance Abuse, Therapy

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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