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Just a story? Narrative approaches to addiction and recovery

Martin Weegmann (Addiction Treatment Centre, Queen Mary's Hospital, London, UK)

Drugs and Alcohol Today

ISSN: 1745-9265

Article publication date: 30 August 2010

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Abstract

This paper introduces narrative theory and therapy, showing its relevance to addiction and recovery. A variety of techniques and clinical sensitivities are illustrated, the purpose of which is to enable clients to change.

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Weegmann, M. (2010), "Just a story? Narrative approaches to addiction and recovery", Drugs and Alcohol Today, Vol. 10 No. 3, pp. 29-36. https://doi.org/10.5042/daat.2010.0468

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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