Philip J. Flores Ph. D. Livres

The emergence of attachment theory reflects a conceptual revolution that has evolved over the last fifteen years which synthesizes the best ideas of psychodynamic theory, the cognitive sciences, child brain development, and the neurosciences. Attachment theory offers an explanation for the transformational powers inherent in all authentic relationships and also provides a credible and practical way to understand and treat addiction. The relational perspective has ushered in more innovative ways for understanding addiction and the difficulties that the typical addict and alcoholic brings to treatment In this second edition, Flores uses attachment theory to explain the roots of addiction and provide a road to recovery. This classic text is ideal for masters students in counseling, social work, and psychology, as well as professionals looking to help this misunderstood and underserved population. Features of the new edition include: Complete updated references according to DSM-VGreater attention to the needs of multicultural clientsNew case studies incorporating gender and racial awarenessBulleted summaries at the end of each chapterExpanded discussion on neurobiology, DBT, and mindfulness in the treatment processIncorporation of contemporary writing on AA, 12 Steps, and other emerging treatment models

From the Foreword: "Addiction is a disorder in self-regulation. Individuals who become dependent on addictive substances cannot regulate their emotions, self-care, self-esteem, and relationships. In this monumental and illuminating text Philip Flores covers all the reasons why this is so. But it is the domain of interpersonal relations that he makes clear why individuals susceptible to substance use disorders (SUDs) are especially vulnerable. His emphasis on addiction as an attachment disorder is principally important because he provides extensive scholarly and clinical insights as to why certain vulnerable individuals so desperately need to substitute chemical solutions and connections for human ones. The strength of Flores's paradigm of addiction as an attachment disorder is that it is a theory that effectively and wisely guides treatment, but at the same time, when properly implemented or practiced, the treatment resonates with and further enhances the theory. Flores's work here is an extraordinary one because, in parsimonious and clear language, he makes a major contribution to the literature and practice of effective psychotherapy in general and effective psychotherapy for the addictions in particular. He fills in all the gaps between theory and practice covering wide and ranging issues of what practice and empirical findings have to teach about the critical ingredients of AA, group therapy, and individual psychotherapy. This is a job well done because it helps students and experienced clinicians alike to always be mindful of how they bring their humanity to the distress and suffering of others. His theory of addiction as an attachment disorder makes it particularly clear how especially important this is for those suffering with addictive disorders. " --Edward J. Khantzian, M.D., clinical professor of psychiatry, Harvard Medical School A Jason Aronson Book