One of the classes I attend:
Problem: Lack of effective knowledge of the
addictive and recovery process.
Intervention: This class explored the latest
definition of addiction along with several
instruments designed to distinguish the difference
between the abuse vs. dependence on a substance.
The definition describes addiction as a primary,
chronic, progressive illness, with a compulsive
element, that if left untreated can cause death.
This definition was discussed in some detail. The
difference between a problem drinker and an
alcoholic was also a topic of the group. Many
group members related some personal history as to their use or abuse of substances.
Evaluation: Vet appeared alert and interacted
appropriately during group.
All group members who use tobacco products were
encouraged to discuss with case manager the
possibility of referral to smoking cessation
services.
/es/ Rick Murrhee, MHS
Addiction Therapist
I enjoyed the class and learned a lot about
myself in my fight to stay sober
Technorati Tags: substance abuse, addictive recovery process, chronic, progressive illness, compulsive element, problem drinker, alcoholic
Problem: Lack of effective knowledge of the
addictive and recovery process.
Intervention: This class explored the latest
definition of addiction along with several
instruments designed to distinguish the difference
between the abuse vs. dependence on a substance.
The definition describes addiction as a primary,
chronic, progressive illness, with a compulsive
element, that if left untreated can cause death.
This definition was discussed in some detail. The
difference between a problem drinker and an
alcoholic was also a topic of the group. Many
group members related some personal history as to their use or abuse of substances.
Evaluation: Vet appeared alert and interacted
appropriately during group.
All group members who use tobacco products were
encouraged to discuss with case manager the
possibility of referral to smoking cessation
services.
/es/ Rick Murrhee, MHS
Addiction Therapist
I enjoyed the class and learned a lot about
myself in my fight to stay sober
Technorati Tags: substance abuse, addictive recovery process, chronic, progressive illness, compulsive element, problem drinker, alcoholic
