This guide serves as a reference for substance use treatment practitioners. It offers "how to" information divided into sections. The guide is based entirely on "Substance Abuse Treatment and Domestic Violence," number 25 in the Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series.

This quick guide helps clinicians address the specific needs of women living with substance use disorders. It reviews gender-specific research and best practices—such as common patterns of misuse—and specific screening and treatment strategies.

This manual offers mental health professionals models and techniques for working with people living with co-occurring disorders. It describes screening and assessment and lists five guiding principles for effective management.