… In addition, there are many clinical situations where abstinence or lower limits are indicated,
because of a greater risk of harm associated with drinking. Examples include women who …

… Helping patients to change behavior is a challenge for all physicians practicing clinical …
, buttreatment and prevention frequently rely on patients' ability and willingness to implement …

… clinician's role in aftercare. This document gives primary care clinicians specific guidance
on identifying indications of substance abuse, how to broach the subject with a patient, and …

… A basic principle of this Clinician's Guide is that assessment is an integral part of effective
therapy, from diagnosis and treatment planning, through treatment implementation and …

… However, this volume is designed to help the clinician learn about the fellowship as it exists
today, in its fullness. These lessons are equally valid whether working in a private practice or …

… much resistance to pharmacotherapy exists—from third-party payers, some clinicians, some
individuals participating in self-help … self-responsibility, and some patients and their families. …

… are targeted appropriately to patients’ level of understanding. While many clinicians and
most patient advocacy groups have expressed concern that patients are ashamed and will not …

… Many of the researchers and clinicians cited and referenced in this clinician's guide are …
Without the collective research and theoretical and clinical talent of this group, cognitive therapy …

… These many benefits of patient counseling to patient care can be summarized in the words
… office of DHHS, stating that "clinical pharmacy services add value to patient care not only in …

… The suggestions that have been presented in this handbook can help in doing so. The
results: a healthier older patient and greater satisfaction for patient and clinician alike. …