Taxonomy Code 103TA0400X

The directory of Psychologists (Addiction) in Ca, California was last updated 1/9/2024

Psychologists (Addiction)
Taxonomy Code 103TA0400X

Classification: Psychologist

Description

A psychologist with a proficiency that involves the application of psychological treatment of addiction stemming from the use of alcohol and other psychoactive substances (e.g., nicotine, marijuana, cocaine, heroin) or behavioral addictions (e.g., gambling) with the aim of cessation or reduction of use and/or the amelioration of emotional, behavioral, interpersonal and other problems arising from the addictive behavior.

Notes

Source: American Psychological Association, www.apa.org
[1/1/2019: new definition]

Additional Resources:
The APA proficiency is Addiction Psychology.