| Best Possible Odds: Contemporary Treatment Strategies for Gambling Disorders Contributor(s): McCown, William G. (Author), Chamberlain, Linda L. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0471189693 ISBN-13: 9780471189695 Publisher: Wiley OUR PRICE: $110.15 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2000 Annotation: An estimated 3-50f all individuals who gamble will become compulsive gamblers. This "invisible addiction" can be financially and emotionally devastating to both the gambler and his/her family. This timely clinical manual explains why gambling is on the rise and the factors which distinguish recreational and compulsive gamblers. Mental health professionals will learn how to assess and treat compulsive gamblers using a variety of interventions: behavior therapy, inpatient treatment, family therapy, and 12-step programs. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior - Games & Activities | Gambling - General (see Also Self-help - Compulsive Behavior) |
| Dewey: 616.858 |
| LCCN: 99016055 |
| Physical Information: 0.93" H x 6.53" W x 9.6" (1.34 lbs) 260 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: An estimated 3-5% of all individuals who gamble will become compulsive gamblers. This invisible addiction can be financially and emotionally devastating to both the gambler and his/her family. This timely clinical manual explains why gambling is on the rise and the factors which distinguish recreational and compulsive gamblers. Mental health professionals will learn how to assess and treat compulsive gamblers using a variety of interventions: behavior therapy, inpatient treatment, family therapy, and 12-step programs. |