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Theory of Addiction
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An understanding of addiction theory is vital to understanding addiction itself. Theory of Addiction takes theory development from a simple â?~rational addiction modelâ?T, adding elements such as compulsion, self-control and habit, to explain the â?~big observationsâ?T in the field. As well as explaining and evaluating the arguments of each of the prevailing schools of thought, the book develops a new, synthetic theory of addiction that brings together the diverse elements of current models. Designed to enable students, practitioners and researchers to establish a starting point in the labyrinthine world of addiction theory, Theory of Addiction supports abstract thinking with concrete and realistic scenarios, underlining the centrality of theoretical understanding to working with addiction. â?¢ Presents a digest of major existing theories in one volume â?¢ Develops a new synthetic theory of addiction â?¢ Recognises the diversity of the experience of addiction â?¢ Discusses factors at the level of both the individual and populations â?¢ Provides key recommendations for the development of effective interventions
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“The Capability, Opportunity, Motivation‐Behaviour model (COM‐B model) 16 suggests that a person's capability (i.e., a person's physical and psychological capacity), opportunity (i.e., external factors that facilitate behaviour) and motivation are involved in behavioural change.”
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- West, R., & Brown, J.
- Corresponding author
- West, Robert
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- Wiley eBooks
- Publisher
- Wiley
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- 2013-08-20
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- en
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- Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Social Sciences › Psychology › Applied Psychology › Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Gambling Behavior and Treatments
- Keywords
- addiction theory, compulsive behavior, self-control, habit, addiction intervention
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