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EducationBehavioral SciencesPsychologyClinical PsychologyPsychotherapySubstance Use DisordersAlcohol DependenceAlcohol Use DisorderBehavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral TherapyCoping SkillsPsychosocial InterventionsAlcohol Brief InterventionAlcohol Craving ManagementAlcohol Dependence TreatmentAlcohol Use Disorder TreatmentsCognitive Coping SkillsHigh-risk SituationsSubstance Use Disorder CounselingSubstance Use Disorder Rehabilitation
Describes cognitive behavioral coping skills therapy, which is based on the principles of social learning theory and views drinking behaviour as functionally related to major problems in the patient’s life. Emphasis is placed on overcoming skill deficits and increasing the patient’s ability to cope with high-risk situations that commonly precipitate relapse.