Setting a treatment strategy. Conceptual models
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.20882/adicciones.535Keywords:
treatment, bio-psycho-social, motivation, therapeutic strategies, alcoholismAbstract
It is important to overcome old treatment models based in moral approaches. Instead, a bio-psychosocial approach is proposed. To treat alcohol dependence properly, treatment must be organized on an individual basis, combining pharmacological and psychological approaches. Selection of treatment will depend on psycho-social and familial characteristics of each individual. A motivational approach is proposed. In this model, the therapist accompanies the patient through the process of change, instead of pushing him. Internal confrontation is seen as a more powerful tool, that also leads to less resistance than the behavioural interventions based on external confrontation strengthening denial mechanisms.References
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