Chemical aversion treatment of alcohol dependence. II. Future research directions for the '90s.
Chemical aversion treatment is one of the most promising modalities currently available for treatment of alcohol dependence. This review highlights potentially fruitful areas for future investigational efforts and poses a number of specific empirical questions. Investigation of issues delineated in this report would advance understanding of pharmacological aversion therapy vis-à-vis utility and mechanisms of action.
Howard
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Center for Social Welfare Research, School of Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle 98105.
Jenson
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JM
D000427:Alcohol Deterrents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000428:Alcohol Drinking / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000523:psychology / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D001348:Aversive Therapy / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D005544:Forecasting; D006801:Humans; D012106:Research
D000427:Alcohol Deterrents