End-of-Life Care and Addiction: A Family Systems Approach

Bushfield, Suzanne PhD

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Book Information
Edition:	1st
Publisher:	Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
ISBN:	0-8261-2141-1 (0826121411)
ISBN-13:	978-0-8261-2141-7 (9780826121417)
Other Identifier(s):	0-8261-2141-7 (0826121417)
Binding:	Softcover
Copyright:	2010
Publish Date:	12/09
Weight:	0.89 Lbs.
Pages:	296
Carton Quantity:	28
Subject Class:	PAL (Palliative Care)
Return Policy:	Non-Returnable.
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Class Specifications
Discipline:	Practice Med
Subject Definition:	Terminal Care; Palliative Care; Substance-Related Disorders
NLM Class:	WB 310
LC Class:	HV4998
Abstract:	With this growing population comes an increased need to recognize the medical and psychological needs of older adults suffering from addiction, particularly towards the end of life. This guide describes the challenges such persons and families present to those providing end of life care, and shows caregivers how to best negotiate these issues with their clients and families. Key features: Guides end of life care professionals on how to apply principles of addiction treatment in the context of end of life care; Identifies the known markers of substance abuse and appropriate interventions; Outlines current treatment approaches and options; and Applies "family systems" theory to end of life care.