The development of a multidisciplinary programme for the treatment of alcohol-related brain injury

This paper provides an overview of the evidence base for alcohol-related brain injury (ARBI) and describes how this has been used to develop a pilot programme for the treatment of ARBI. Key components include: detoxification, assessment, social behaviour network therapy, cognitive rehabilitation and...

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Published in:Advances in dual diagnosis 2010-07, Vol.3 (2), p.5-12
Main Authors: North, Liam, Gillard-Owen, Louise, Bannigan, Debbie, Robinson, Chris
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Alcohol
Alcoholism
Behavior
Brain injuries
Charity
Cognitive aspects
Cognitive-behavioral factors
Comorbidity
Detoxification
Drug abuse
Evaluation
Injuries
Mental disorders
Mental health care
Network therapy
Rehabilitation
Social behavior
Substance abuse
Substance abuse treatment
Traumatic brain injury
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Summary:This paper provides an overview of the evidence base for alcohol-related brain injury (ARBI) and describes how this has been used to develop a pilot programme for the treatment of ARBI. Key components include: detoxification, assessment, social behaviour network therapy, cognitive rehabilitation and systematic instruction. The programme is being delivered and evaluated in the north of England by Swanswell, a national drug and alcohol treatment charity.
ISSN:1757-0972
2042-8324
DOI:10.5042/add.2010.0382