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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © 1998 MCB UP Ltd. All rights reserved.
- ISSN
- 0144-333X
- DOI
- 10.1108/01443339810788308
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
Investigates recovery from drug addiction in the USA as an interactive social process. Describes what the author terms “the hermeneutic process” – a verbal interchange between two addicts, making the addiction “real” and, therefore, the addicts become aware of the addiction, creating a personal biographical text which translates, in a group setting, into a text of social history, with which other group members can identify. Indicates then that addicts should interact with other addicts and recovering addicts, so stimulating dialogue and reflection. Observes that recovering alcoholics suggest that alcoholism is a “thinking problem” rather than a “drinking problem” and that it is necessary to realize the truth of past experiences and overcome any denial. Talks about distorted interpretations on an individual and social level, providing some illustrative examples. Discusses the task of the clinical sociologist in aiding addiction recovery.
Journal
International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy – Emerald Publishing
Published: Feb 1, 1998
Keywords: Addicts; Alcoholism; Drug counselling; Sociology