ABSTRACT
This paper reviews three psychoanalytic conceptualizations of substance misuse, discussing the implications for substance treatment deriving from these conceptualizations. The paper also presents wilderness therapy as an evidence-based approach, reviewing the outcomes and primary components of such programs. Finally, the paper concludes with two case studies of adolescents with substance use disorders treated in wilderness therapy.
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Joanna E. Bettmann
Joanna E. Bettmann is a Professor of Social Work at the University of Utah and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private practice.
Gabrielle M. Kouris
Gabrielle M. Kouris is a student in the Master of Social Work program at the University of Utah.
Ileana M. Anderson
Ileana M. Anderson is a student in the Master of Social Work program at the University of Utah.
Bryan Casselman
Bryan Casselman received his B.N from the University of Utah in 2019.