Etiology of Theories on Addiction
There are different sorts of addictions and substance abuse methods that plague the world today. However, in order to cure an addiction, one needs to go down to its root cause, and eliminate it, after which the damages caused can be mitigated and prevented. There are several theories and approaches to tackle an addiction problem. Most trained professionals use these theories in their treatment plan to get a better understanding of when and how the addiction came into being. After which, along with therapy, counseling and medication, the road to recovery can begin.
Medical etiology is the study of causes of an illness or any psychological condition. When a diseases is uncovered which the doctors are unable to explain and understand, an etiologist is responsible for determining the reason for its origin and being (Alcoholism, 2005). In this manner, the etiologist and the doctors are able to detect its main source and then localize the parts of the human body and mind that it affects, and which need immediate treatment.
Although addiction has been a part of our society for several hundreds of years, the theories of how it came into being only surfaced as recent as in the last century. This is due to the increased use of alcohol, drugs and other substances along with issues fueled by the media, pop-culture and the economic conditions, such as self-image issues, sex and gambling problem.
There have been several theories being lined up in order to help treat the aforementioned addiction issues. These include, disease theory, psychological theory, cultural theory, symptomatic theory, personality theory and the trans-theoretical model (TTM). Let us examine the origin and implementation of such theories briefly.
The disease theory has its roots in the belief that all addictions are in fact a form of illness that needs to be eradicated like any other "disease" that plagues the human body. And like any other illness, the model dictates that the origin of the addiction is somewhat neurological,...
D., Sayers, and Pearson) In addition to this myriad of theories purporting answers to addictions, the following two approaches are also used. Environmental Approaches to preventing substance abuse, particularly with includes education, but primarily focuses on changing the environment(s) of the addicted individual. A www.rwjf.org/pr/product.jsp?id=22336&topicid=1006&catid=15"The Behavioral Approach, especially with youth, reportedly proves effective in preventing substance abuse. (Addiction) Better Understandings to attain a better understanding in the field of addiction, sociological research, as well
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