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Chapter 3. A multidimensional model for narrative analysis of substance use-related dependency
Sam Larsson1, Therese von Braun, John Lilja
11Department of Social Work and Psychology, University of Gävle , Gävle , Sweden.
Abstract:
This chapter examines the possibilities and limitations of using a narrative method as a framework within a multidimensional model for exploring and analyzing the use and misuse of alcohol and drugs. It is posited that a multidimensional model, based on narrative reasoning, can give a more detailed and specific understanding of substance users, who represent a heterogeneous population of people, and of substance use-related dependency problems. Such a model describes and analyses the drug-use related problems in a manner that provides holistic and important information and knowledge about the person by contextual and situation interaction processes which are involved in the use/misuse of alcohol and drugs. Tentative conclusions and unresolved critical issues are considered.
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