PSYC 3403 Lecture Notes - Lecture 16: Relapse Prevention, Cognitive Therapy, Serial Line Internet Protocol

• School: Carleton University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 3403
• Professor: John Weekes

Document Summary

Relapse prevention now deals with addicts whom have motivated themselves to quit drugs in the first place. There are some key points of relapse prevention; Strong theoretical base which is cognitive-behavioural and extends from social-learning theories. Empirical base is researchable and has been studied extensively. An over-arching treatment approach with multiple options which means it is adaptable and can apply to many. Reflective of human behaviour disengagement or modification of established habit patters (slip, lapse, relapse) There are many goals of relapse prevention theory; Provide skills and knowledge that clients can use to identify and deal effectively with high risk situations. Unlearn old behavioural patterns; replace with new ones. Techniques use lots of practice and rehearsal. Self-efficacy: sense that one is effective in what they do. Excellent for use with concrete individuals who lack the ability to engage in high level or abstract reasoning. There are three primary targets in this treatment; cognitions, affect (emotions, and behaviour.