Term papers: Interpret and apply information from current counseling and addictions research literature in order to improve client care and enhance professional growth.

Term papers: Interpret and apply information from current counseling and addictions research literature in order to improve client care and enhance professional growth.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standard: 5.C.2.h.     Classifications, indications, and contraindications of commonly prescribed psychopharmacological medications for appropriate medical referral and consultation.

This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:

3) Describe the behavioral, psychological, physical health, and social effects of psychoactive drugs, including alcohol and tobacco,on the consumer and significant others.

4) Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

26) Screen for alcohol and other drug toxicity, withdrawal symptoms, aggression or danger to others, and potential for self-inflicted harm or suicide.

28) Determine the client’s readiness for treatment/change and the needs of others involved in the current situation.

103) Describe warning signs, symptoms, and the course of addictions.

117) Interpret and apply information from current counseling and addictions research literature in order to improve client care and enhance professional growth.