Chapter 1. The Nature of Addictive Disease.

Chapter 2. Addiction and the Human Brain.

Chapter 3. Basic Pharmacology of Addictive Substances.

Chapter 4. The Signs and Symptoms of Abuse and Addiction.

Chapter 5. Diagnosis and Assessment.

Chapter 6. Abuse and Addiction Treatment: Treatment as the Bridge Between Active Addiction and Active Recovery.

Chapter 7. Abstinence and Recovery: The Clinician's Role.

Chapter 8. Common Medical Complications of Abuse and Addiction.

Chapter 9. Treatment Issues Involving Family Dynamics.

Chapter 10. Women in Treatment.

Chapter 11. Treating Children and Adolescents.

Chapter 12. Nutrition Counseling and Other Concerns in Supporting Recovery.

Appendix I: American Society of Addiction Medicine Patient Placement Criteria.

Appendix II. Resources for Consultation and Referral.