Paradox in alcoholism.
This work focuses upon paradoxical aspects of alcoholism. Current information suggests that double-binding dynamics exist in alcoholism and that paradoxical life-style themes do contribute to alcoholism abuse. Emphasis in this paper is focused upon the utilization of paradoxical dynamics within a therapeutic framework. It is suggested that treatment interventions must effectively alter negative paradoxical patterns operating in the alcoholic's life-style. Recent clinical findings are cited, and therapeutic uses of paradoxical and reframing and interventions are discussed.
D000436:Alcoholics Anonymous; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D004309:Double Bind Interaction; D005190:Family; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D008019:Life Style; D011613:Psychotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D012649:Self Concept