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. Author manuscript; available in PMC: 2011 Nov 14.
Published in final edited form as: J Subst Abuse Treat. 2000 Jan;18(1):51–54. doi: 10.1016/s0740-5472(99)00026-4

Table 1. BCT for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse.

  • The purpose of BCT is to support abstinence and improve relationship functioning.

  • The Recovery Contract supports abstinence.

  • BCT increases positive activities and improves communication

  • BCT fits well with self-help groups, recovery medications, and other counseling.