Showing papers in "Journal of Addictions & Offender Counseling in 2006"
TL;DR: This article collected surveys from 517 men who have sex with men (MSM) recruited from Internet chat rooms to examine the relationships among boredom, social connectedness, and sexual addiction.
Abstract: The authors collected surveys from 517 men who have sex with men (MSM) recruited from Internet chat rooms to examine the relationships among boredom, social connectedness, and sexual addiction. The results provide addictions professionals psychosocial factors to assess when working with sexually addicted MSM.
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TL;DR: In this article, the relationship among substance abuse counselors' education, experience, recovery status, and cognitive development (conceptual complexity and moral reasoning levels) was examined in a simultaneous multiple regression.
Abstract: The relationship among substance abuse counselors' education, experience, recovery status, and cognitive development (conceptual complexity and moral reasoning levels) was examined in a simultaneous multiple regression. Significant relationships were found between counselors' level of conceptual complexity and moral reasoning and their education. Implications for counselor training are presented.
34 citations
TL;DR: This article investigated the extent to which students in programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP; 2001) are exposed to clients presenting with substance abuse issues and the relationship between state licensure or certification in substance abuse and the resulting perception of the need for substance abuse training in these programs.
Abstract: Professional counselors and counselors-in-training continue to serve clients who have substance abuse issues, yet systematic training in substance abuse counseling is not available to many counselors. The authors investigated the extent to which students in programs accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP; 2001) are exposed to clients presenting with substance abuse issues and the relationship between state licensure or certification in substance abuse and the resulting perception of the need for the inclusion of substance abuse training in these programs. Three methods are presented for possibly including substance abuse training in CACREP standards.
14 citations
TL;DR: The Inventory of Drug Use Consequences (InDUC) as discussed by the authors is a self-report assessment of negative consequences associated with alcohol and other drug use, which can be a valuable clinical tool for chemical dependency counselors.
Abstract: Psychometric properties of the Inventory of Drug Use Consequences (InDUC; W. M. Miller, J. S. Tonigan, & R. Longabaugh, 1995), a self-report assessment of negative consequences associated with alcohol and other drug use, were investigated. The InDUC demonstrated sound psychometric characteristics and can be a valuable clinical tool for chemical dependency counselors.
10 citations
TL;DR: In this paper, contemporary perspectives on positive youth development are considered in light of multidisciplinary life-course research regarding the development of serious behavior problems, and strategies are provided for applying the youth development perspective and life course research to clinical interventions for court-involved youth.
Abstract: Contemporary perspectives on positive youth development are considered in light of multidisciplinary life-course research regarding the development of serious behavior problems. Strategies are provided for applying the youth development perspective and life-course research to clinical interventions for court-involved youth.
9 citations
TL;DR: This article explored how identity statuses best separate heavy-from light-drinking college students and found that exploring identity status can assist students in making healthier behavior choices, which can assist in making healthy behavior choices.
Abstract: Identity development is a critical period that extends into adulthood. Based on E. H. Erikson's (1968) theory, this study explored how identity statuses best separate heavy- from light-drinking college students. Exploring identity status can assist students in making healthier behavior choices.
7 citations
TL;DR: This article explored the self-perceived multicultural counseling competencies of substance abuse counselors and found that most counselors perceived themselves to be competent, however, differences existed on the basis of race and educational level.
Abstract: In this study, the authors explored the self-perceived multicultural counseling competencies of substance abuse counselors. Overall, the results indicate that substance abuse counselors perceived themselves to be competent; however, differences existed on the basis of race and educational level. Implications for practice and future research are discussed.
5 citations
TL;DR: Results from an epidemiological investigation from a clinical perspective are examined and suggestions for clinicians working with MDMA users are provided.
Abstract: Young adults' 3,4-methylenedyoxymethamphetamine (MDMA) use is a national public health concern. Although research on the epidemiology of MDMA use has increased, inquiry into intervention and treatment is needed. The authors examine results from an epidemiological investigation from a clinical perspective and provide suggestions for clinicians working with MDMA users.
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TL;DR: Frank Miller as mentioned in this paper is a renowned addictions assessment authority who jointly initiated the updated Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory versions and helped establish the inventories in the assessor's assessment mainstream.
Abstract: Frank Miller is a renowned addictions assessment authority who jointly initiated the updated Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory versions and helped establish the inventories in the addictions assessment mainstream. Miller participated in the following interview on February 22, 2005.