Journal article
Substance Treatment Options in Psychosis (STOP): A new intervention for dual diagnosis
Journal of Mental Health, Vol.7(2), pp.135-143
1998
Abstract
Despite the high co-occurrence of psychosis and substance abuse, there is very little research on the development of effective treatments for this problem. This paper describes a new intervention that facilitates reaching functional goals through a collaboration between therapists, participants and families. Substance Treatment Options in Psychosis (STOP) integrates pharmacological and psychological treatments for psychotic symptoms, with cognitive-behavioural approaches to substance abuse. STOP is tailored to participants' problems and abilities, and recognises that control of consumption and even engagement may take several attempts. Training in relevant skills is augmented by bibliotherapy, social support and environmental change. A case description illustrates the issues and challenges in implementation.
Details
- Title
- Substance Treatment Options in Psychosis (STOP): A new intervention for dual diagnosis
- Authors
- David J Kavanagh (Author) - University of QueenslandRoss Young (Author) - University of QueenslandLinda Boyce (Author) - University of QueenslandAnne Clair (Author) - Schizophrenia Research InstituteThiagarajan Sitharthan (Author) - Westmead HospitalDianne Clark (Author) - University of SydneyKellie Thompson (Author) - University of Queensland
- Publication details
- Journal of Mental Health, Vol.7(2), pp.135-143
- Publisher
- Routledge
- DOI
- 10.1080/09638239818184
- ISSN
- 1360-0567
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation)
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99551708802621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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