title: New Roads: assessing and treating psychological dependence.
abstract: The "New Roads" approach provides a practical tool for explaining and assessing dimensions of psychological dependence. It connects common triggers for relapse and the effects that the client intends to achieve through substance use. Among its clinical applications are (a) preventive education, (b) assessing high risk situations, (c) tracing pathways of psychological dependence, and (d) devising alternative coping strategies. This simple technique is compatible with a wide range of treatment settings, goals, and approaches.
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000523:psychology* / Q000628:therapy