Articles tagged with: Drug and Alcohol Studies
Recovery From Psychosis: A Phenomenological Inquiry
Abstract While mainstream psychiatry tends to view psychosis as an enduring and chronic condition, there is growing interest in the
possibility of recovery from psychosis. A phenomenological research method was utilized in interviewing 17 individuals who
all self-identified as being in recovery from psychosis. The research question was, “What was the lived experience of having
a psychosis episode and now being in recovery?” Through thematic analysis, the authors found four major themes and seven subthemes
that described the e [...]
Abstract While mainstream psychiatry tends to view psychosis as an enduring and chronic condition, there is growing interest in the
possibility of recovery from psychosis. A phenomenological research method was utilized in interviewing 17 individuals who
all self-identified as being in recovery from psychosis. The research question was, “What was the lived experience of having
a psychosis episode and now being in recovery?” Through thematic analysis, the authors found four major themes and seven subthemes
that described the e [...]
Lotteries as Disguised, Regressive, and Counterproductive Taxes
Lotteries as Disguised, Regressive, and Counterproductive Taxes
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11469-010-9269-2Authors
Rick Wolff, University of Massachusetts Amherst MA USA
Journal International Journal of Mental Health and AddictionOnline ISSN 1557-1882Print ISSN 1557-1874
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Lotteries as Disguised, Regressive, and Counterproductive Taxes
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11469-010-9269-2Authors
Rick Wolff, University of Massachusetts Amherst MA USA
Journal International Journal of Mental Health and AddictionOnline ISSN 1557-1882Print ISSN 1557-1874
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Harvey B. Milkman, Stanley G. Sunderwirth: Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs: A Positive Approach to Mood Alterations
Harvey B. Milkman, Stanley G. Sunderwirth: Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs: A Positive Approach to Mood Alterations
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11469-010-9270-9Authors
Alex Blaszczynski, The University of Sydney School of Psychology Sydney Australia
Journal International Journal of Mental Health and AddictionOnline ISSN 1557-1882Print ISSN 1557-1874
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Harvey B. Milkman, Stanley G. Sunderwirth: Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs: A Positive Approach to Mood Alterations
Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11469-010-9270-9Authors
Alex Blaszczynski, The University of Sydney School of Psychology Sydney Australia
Journal International Journal of Mental Health and AddictionOnline ISSN 1557-1882Print ISSN 1557-1874
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Viewing Violence, Mental Illness and Addiction Through a Wise Practices Lens
Abstract The progressive approaches First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities use to address health and wellness concerns are rarely
written about or acknowledged in a positive manner. This paper speaks to a concept introduced through the Canadian Aboriginal
Aids Network (CAAN) entitled “wise practices”. CAAN saw a wise practices model as more useful and inclusive of Aboriginal community practice and knowledge exchange than the current “best practice”
model. In addition, wise practices acknowledge and express the notion [...]
Abstract The progressive approaches First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities use to address health and wellness concerns are rarely
written about or acknowledged in a positive manner. This paper speaks to a concept introduced through the Canadian Aboriginal
Aids Network (CAAN) entitled “wise practices”. CAAN saw a wise practices model as more useful and inclusive of Aboriginal community practice and knowledge exchange than the current “best practice”
model. In addition, wise practices acknowledge and express the notion [...]
When Problem Gambling is the Primary Reason for Seeking Addiction Treatment
Abstract An existing database was used to compare problem gamblers (N = 138) who presented for treatment of their gambling problem to two other groups: alcohol and/or drug addiction clients who
also had a gambling problem (N = 280) or who did not have a gambling problem (N = 2178). Clients with gambling as their primary problem were more likely to be female; employed or retired; more highly educated;
married, divorced, or widowed; without legal problems; and older than the other groups. They also had different patterns [...]
Abstract An existing database was used to compare problem gamblers (N = 138) who presented for treatment of their gambling problem to two other groups: alcohol and/or drug addiction clients who
also had a gambling problem (N = 280) or who did not have a gambling problem (N = 2178). Clients with gambling as their primary problem were more likely to be female; employed or retired; more highly educated;
married, divorced, or widowed; without legal problems; and older than the other groups. They also had different patterns [...]
A National Survey of Services for Women with Substance Use Issues and Their Children in Canada: Challenges for Knowledge Translation
Abstract Across cultures, approximately one third of people with drug dependence are women of child-bearing age. There is emerging
evidence regarding the effectiveness of integrating pregnancy, parenting, and child development services with addiction services.
In 2007, we conducted a national survey of addiction agencies serving women to provide preliminary information on available
services. Approximately one half of the program managers reported providing some type of pregnancy-, parenting-, or child-related
services, the majori [...]
A National Survey of Services for Women with Substance Use Issues and Their Children in Canada: Challenges for Knowledge Translation
Abstract Across cultures, approximately one third of people with drug dependence are women of child-bearing age. There is emerging
evidence regarding the effectiveness of integrating pregnancy, parenting, and child development services with addiction services.
In 2007, we conducted a national survey of addiction agencies serving women to provide preliminary information on available
services. Approximately one half of the program managers reported providing some type of pregnancy-, parenting-, or child-related
services, the majori [...]
Children with FASD- Related Disabilities Receiving Services from Child Welfare Agencies in Manitoba
Abstract Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a serious social and health problem for the child welfare, health and education
systems in North America and other parts of the world. This article describes the population of children in care of the child
welfare system in Manitoba. Also this article will highlight the relevance of these research findings to aboriginal populations
in Canada and its implications for international aboriginal/indigenous groups. Finally, the implications for policy, practice
are discussed and the ar [...]
Abstract Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a serious social and health problem for the child welfare, health and education
systems in North America and other parts of the world. This article describes the population of children in care of the child
welfare system in Manitoba. Also this article will highlight the relevance of these research findings to aboriginal populations
in Canada and its implications for international aboriginal/indigenous groups. Finally, the implications for policy, practice
are discussed and the ar [...]
Parenting with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Abstract This paper focuses on issues associated with parenting and living with FASD. It is based on a larger research and video production
project that examined the challenges, accomplishments and support needs of adults with FASD in relation to parenting, employment
and the legal system. Using theoretical sampling techniques, in-depth, face-to-face interviews were conducted with a total
of 59 people from 5 diverse communities in British Columbia; of these, 15 were adults with (suspected) FASD. Findings presented
in this article [...]
Abstract This paper focuses on issues associated with parenting and living with FASD. It is based on a larger research and video production
project that examined the challenges, accomplishments and support needs of adults with FASD in relation to parenting, employment
and the legal system. Using theoretical sampling techniques, in-depth, face-to-face interviews were conducted with a total
of 59 people from 5 diverse communities in British Columbia; of these, 15 were adults with (suspected) FASD. Findings presented
in this article [...]
Abstinence Versus Harm Reduction: Considering Follow-up and Aftercare in First Nations Addictions Treatment
Abstract Research on alcohol and substance use in First Nations populations frequently describes the nature of the problem, and the
severity of the risk factors, but seldom addresses possible interventions and the effectiveness of the treatments that clients
do engage in. This paper reviews a participatory evaluation of the 6-week residential ‘Namgis Treatment Centre (NTC) program
in Alert Bay, British Columbia. Intake files (n = 218) were reviewed for clients who participated in 17 different 6-week sessions over a period of [...]
Abstract Research on alcohol and substance use in First Nations populations frequently describes the nature of the problem, and the
severity of the risk factors, but seldom addresses possible interventions and the effectiveness of the treatments that clients
do engage in. This paper reviews a participatory evaluation of the 6-week residential ‘Namgis Treatment Centre (NTC) program
in Alert Bay, British Columbia. Intake files (n = 218) were reviewed for clients who participated in 17 different 6-week sessions over a period of [...] 
