01 Oct Treatment of Substance Use Disorders
Psychopathology and Diagnosis for Social Work Practice
Treatment of Substance Use Disorders
Post by Day 3 a 300- to 500-word response in which you address the following:
• Provide the full DSM-5 diagnosis for the client. Remember, a full diagnosis should include the name of the disorder, ICD-10- CM code, specifiers, severity, and the Z codes (other conditions that may need clinical attention). Keep in mind a diagnosis covers the most recent 12 months.
• Explain the diagnosis by matching the symptoms identified in the case to the specific criteria for the diagnosis.
• Describe the assessment(s) you would use to validate the client’s diagnosis, clarify missing information, or track her progress.
• Summarize how you would explain the diagnosis to the client.
• Explain how you would engage the client in treatment, identifying potential cultural considerations related to substance use.
• Describe your initial recommendations for the client’s treatment and explain why you would recommend MAT or ABT.
• Identify specific resources to which you would refer the client. Explain why you would recommend these resources based on the client’s diagnosis and other identity characteristics (e.g., age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, class, ethnicity, religion, etc.).
Respond by Day 6 to at least two colleagues who selected a different diagnosis or treatment intervention for the client in the following ways:
• Explain why you agree or disagree with your colleague’s diagnosis and treatment approach.
• Identify potential barriers your colleague may experience when providing their explanation of the diagnosis to the client
• Describe a strategy your colleague could use to engage the client in treatment.
