Relapse prevention strategies in outpatient substance abuse treatment.
Published Jun 1, 1993 · R. Rawson, J. Obert, M. McCann
Psychology of Addictive Behaviors
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Abstract
Drug-free outpatient substance abuse treatment has historically consisted of a loosely organized set of mental health techniques. The development of the relapse prevention (RP) approach has provided an organizing principle and conceptual foundation for the creation of clearly defined substance abuse treatment protocols. The work of Marlatt and colleagues provided the cognitive-behavioral base and numerous techniques. Other researchers and clinicians developed and evaluated specific protocols for the treatment of alcoholism, cocaine abuse, marijuana abuse, and heroin addiction. Several groups incorporated RP techniques into integrated outpatient models. This body of knowledge has given the drug-free outpatient treatment of substance abuse a clear focus and direction. Investigators, in clinical and research reports concerning these approaches, are optimistic about their value as part of the treatment system.