Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Carlo C. DiClemente, “Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change: Selecting and Planning Interventions” (Guilford Press, 2013)
Carlo C. DiClemente, “Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change: Selecting and Planning Interventions” (Guilford Press, 2013)
Carlo C. DiClemente, “Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change: Selecting and Planning Interventions” (Guilford Press, 2013)
Thursday 20th February 2014
Dr Carlo DiClemente discusses his book on substance abuse treatment and the stages-of-change model in this episode of *New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery*.
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I think throughout the book, you guys made a really good case for stating that it really is the client's perspective and that's the most important one in the treatment process.
How do you effectively treat someone struggling with substance abuse? Dr Carlo DiClemente, a Presidential Research Professor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, sheds light on this question in his insightful discussion about his co-authored book, *Substance Abuse Treatment and the Stages of Change: Selecting and Planning Interventions*. In this episode of *New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery*, Dr DiClemente delves into the stages-of-change model, also known as the transtheoretical model, which he has spent decades researching.
This model breaks down behavioral change into five stages: pre-contemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance. Each stage brings its own set of challenges and opportunities for those battling addiction. Dr DiClemente emphasizes the need for treatment plans that are tailored to an individual's specific stage of change. He argues that relapse should not be seen as a failure but rather as a chance to learn and grow.
The podcast also highlights the importance of the client's perspective in the treatment process. Dr DiClemente believes that the client's viewpoint is crucial and that treatment plans should be developed collaboratively rather than imposed. The episode further explores challenges in court-mandated treatment, the use of motivational interviewing to address ambivalence, the debate between harm reduction and abstinence, and the role of self-regulation in the recovery journey.
This episode offers a comprehensive look at how understanding the stages-of-change model can lead to more effective and empathetic treatment for substance abuse. Whether you're a professional in the field or someone looking for ways to support a loved one, this discussion provides valuable insights into the complexities of addiction recovery.