Jan/Feb 2008 Issue

FEATURES

The Brain, Drugs, and Behavior — The New Science of Addiction
The director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse discusses how new addiction knowledge has influenced prevention and recovery efforts.

Listening as an Act of Love — Story Corps’ Memory Loss Initiative
A special project encourages people with memory loss to create oral histories.

When Managed Care Coverage Runs Out — Effective, Ethical Solutions
Social workers can practice efficient, ethical approaches to take when their clients’ managed care coverage ends.

What Every Social Worker Should Know About Immigration Law
Help clients by knowing the basics of immigration law.

Trauma and the Military Family — Responses, Resources, and Opportunities for Growth
Professionals can help families of military trauma survivors learn what’s available for their loved ones.

Therapist’s Notebook: Case of Melissa
A new regular feature article offers case presentation with two expert responses.

DEPARTMENTS

Editor’s Note

Letter to the Editor

Eye on Ethics
Defamation of Character

Aging Advocate
Successful Legacy Letter Project Expands Beyond University of Iowa; Geriatric Care Intervention May Provide Benefits for Low-Income Elders

Datebook
Conferences, classes, and symposia of interest to social work professionals

Mental Health Monitor
Wired on Wireless — Too Much Technology?

Addictions Advisor
Participation in High School Activities Lowers Smoking Risk Three Years After Graduation; Mental Illness, Drug Addiction May Co-Occur Due to Disturbance in Amygdala