The specter of shame in substance misuse.
This article provides an introduction to the concept of shame as it relates to substance misuse. Empirical research on shame and addiction and the theoretical and operational definitions that underpin them are discussed. Potential areas of further inquiry are highlighted. Implications for clinical practice are discussed.
Wiechelt
Shelly A
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School of Social Work, University of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland 21250, USA. wiechelt@umbc.edu
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D000339:Affect; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D006167:Guilt; D006801:Humans; D007389:Internal-External Control; D009014:Morals; D010555:Personality Inventory; D012649:Self Concept; D012752:Shame; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D013695:Temperance