ALCOHOLISM, DRUG-ABUSE, AND THE HOMELESS

被引：78

作者：

MCCARTY, D

ARGERIOU, M

HUEBNER, RB

LUBRAN, B

机构：

[1] STABILIZAT SERV,BOSTON,MA

[2] NIAAA,ROCKVILLE,MD 20852

来源：

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGIST | 1991年 / 46卷 / 11期

关键词：

D O I：

10.1037/0003-066X.46.11.1139

中图分类号：

B84 [心理学];

学科分类号：

04 ; 0402 ;

摘要：

Credible estimates of the prevalence of alcohol and drug abuse suggest that alcohol abuse affects 30% to 40% and drug abuse 10% to 15% of homeless persons. A review of policies that address substance abuse among the homeless finds that interventions alternate between control and rehabilitation. However, the unique needs of a changing homeless population require an integration of alcoholism and drug abuse recovery services with programs for women, adolescents, and the mentally ill. Alcohol- and drug-free housing is essential to support and maintain recovery. Psychology can contribute in the development of effective programs for homeless individuals struggling with addiction and alcoholism.

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页码：1139 / 1148

页数：10