Alcohol Problems

As with all skills, a very few people have an instinctive penchant for counselling. The majority, however, must learn the hard way - by constant practice and by reading the experts. A number are available but none that I know is as comprehensive as Alcohol Problems: Talking with Drinkers. It is written in a style which will commend it not only to all health and social workers involved in alcohol misuse but also to drinkers and their families who wish to understand what makes people drink to excess. I wonder if the authors realise how much of their own compassion comes through in this outstandingly sympathetic book.'- from the Foreword'A very good beginner's guide to alcohol abuse and alcohol related issues. This book can be used either to complement an alcohol counselling course or as a guide providing the experienced counsellor with a basic understanding of problem drinking. The first section provides a useful introduction to the physical and psychological elements associated with pro