Substance abuse?

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What are some of the assessment tools that are used by substance abuse counselors? I am aware of the MAST test as being but one; what are some of the others?
GAD  (+ info)

substance abuse?

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Can someone please tell me why substance abuse happens
There are many factors contributing to substance abuse. Genetic predisposition is one. If your parents were addicts, you are at higher risk.
Chemical imbalance in the brain can cause addiction. Problems with serotonin and other neurotransmitters can make a person have an addictive personality.
Peer pressure and trying to fit in with others is a contributing factor.
Ethnic background or religious beliefs in the way a person is raised.
Environment plays a role in addiction. Poverty is a common reason for some people to abuse substances.
Life experiences can cause a person to turn to substances. Someone who has had a lot of bad problems and can't cope.
Social anxiety can cause a person to abuse substances so they are more comfortable around others.
There are probably more, but above are a few. Hope this helps  (+ info)

Substance Abuse?

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I think someone very close to me has a problem with substance abuse.

It's not just liquor... I have caught this person popping pills (Kind? I don't know... But it was not a prescription bottle in their name) and running errands more than usual.

How do you bring something like that up? I do not want to push her away....not to mention the mood swings she is having (bad... really)..... I need help.... How do I mention how I feel w/o offending her or just pushing her away?

At what point have I over stepped my boundaries?
For the person who is very optimistic... Thank you for your positive outlook on this. She is a friend I refuse to lose, and those are hard to find. Thank you again.

As for the "not so optimistic" one.... I do agree that no matter how I put it or bring it up, it's human to get defensive. No matter how much I want to help her.... she is the only one who can help "Her"..... BUT, I'm not going anywhere.... she is too good of a friend to just let go....She is smarter than this....
Bless your heart for being a caring, dear friend!!!

Ya know, I was in your friend's shoes once. When life was getting too tough for me to handle, and I was afraid that God had also abandoned me, I developed a taste for self-pity, which turned into a self-built prison of pure resentment and hell.

I can tell you from experience, it is important you let her know how you feel. It doesn't mean she will change, but she needs to know if her behavior is affecting your friendship.

Then, basically, it is up to you whether you both remain friends. My own sister just quit calling me, for months at a time. I just wished she had been honest and upfront with me. And that is why I am telling you to be honest with her. You may accept her just exactly the way she is, but let her know you are there, if she needs help. And that you will help her find help, if she agrees she has a problem. You may accept her condition, and go on ignoring her erratic behavior, but with time, her condition will only become worse. I only pray by then, that if you two haven't talked about it... that you don't part as enemies.

May the Lord God bless you BOTH!!!!!!


check out online:

FOR HER:
http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org

FOR YOU:
http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/  (+ info)

How long does it take to become a substance abuse nurse?

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I was wondering how long it takes to be a substance abuse nurse. Or if you can tell me the requirements a substance abuse nurse needs.

Just to clarify I want to become a nurse not a counselor.

Thank you for your help.
You would need to get your BSN in nursing which would take four years and then perhaps some extra certification after that. usually an employer will specify what else is needed.  (+ info)

How does the enabling of substance abuse addiction work?

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I have heard that sometimes, families can even sort of encourage the individual to continue on with his substance abuse addiction. How so? What are they doing that actually acts to the detriment of the individual?
Enabling substance abuse addiction simply means that the person tolerates the addiction of the individual. They make it easy for the patient to continue on indulging in the substance. Enabling substance abuse addiction can be manifested in a variety of ways, some of which are as follows:

* making excuses for the person's behavior
* doing something for the person instead of letting him do it himself
* not recognizing the problem or denying its existence, therefore allowing the behavior to go on.
* helping the individual fuel his substance abuse addiction by giving him money, finishing his work for him, or just plain ignoring his behavior and shortcomings.

If you happen to know someone who is a substance abuse addict, then you should take care not to do the things listed above.  (+ info)

Will substance abuse throughout someone's lifetime effect the health of their children?

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I was wondering If a mothers and/or father's abuse of drugs and/or alcohol throughout their lifetimes can effect the health of their children? (Keeping in mind that the mother would not smoke, drink, or use drugs throughout the actual pregnancy)

Will the parent's substance abuse induce psychology and emotional problems such as ADHD, depression, Bipolar disorder ect in their children. Will substance abuse effect the quality of the genetic makeup carried in the sperm and eggs somehow?

Advice as well as links and statistics would be useful. Thanks.
If the mother does not use during her pregnancy then the child should be fine physically. Bipolar disorder is genetic so the use of drugs by the parents will have no effect negative or positive on the development of Bipolar.

However...... parents who abuse drugs and alcohol do not make very good parents (parents who PREVIOUSLY used drugs and alcohol are a bit better). Children are neglected and often emotionally or physically abused... this can lead to the development of all sorts of disorders from personality disorders to anxiety disorders...... Bipolar and Schizophrenia are genetic so they will develop independent of home life. Any other mental health issue can be caused by environment.

Addiction is also an inherited trait...... parents can pass a tendancy to be an addict to their children. Doesn't mean that the children will automatically be addicts but it means that they will be more likely to be addicts than the standard population.  (+ info)

How will I be able to find substance abuse treatment programs in Cleveland, Georgia?

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I'm doing this for a special project in school. As part of my report, I wanted to be able to include a few interviews of people who are undergoing a substance abuse treatment program. Does anybody know how I can get a hold of contact numbers of treatment centers?
It sounds like an interesting project, and I hope you do well.

Look in the yellow pages. You will find a list of the addiction treatment centers in your area there. Make sure to call first to ask them if you can interview the patients. Below are links that might be helpful. Good luck!  (+ info)

How will I find substance abuse treatment centers in Kennebunkport, Maine?

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I want to know more about prescription drug addiction, specially those that involve sleeping pills. For this, I want to interview some people with that kind of addiction, hence the search for substance abuse treatment centers.
I think it would be hard to get an interview with patients at substance abuse treatment centers because I've heard that they're really strict with regard to their privacy rules. You might want to settle for interviewing just the therapists and counselors. To find the treatment centers, you can use the links below. You can also call your local health services administration to get more information.  (+ info)

How will I find substance abuse treatment centers in Westbrook, Maine?

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I was tasked by my professor to do a research about substance abuse, which I will present in class. I know the staff of such centers can provide me with essential facts to make my presentation OK.
You're one diligent student, huh? I really admire students like you who take their studies seriously. I do hope the links below can help you make your presentation a success. I wish you the best of luck!  (+ info)

I would like to find more information regarding substance abuse treatment in Sullivan, Maine. How?

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I want to know more about substance abuse treatment, specifically about the treatment of prescription drug addiction. I already did a research on the Internet, but I feel that the information I have found is not enough. Any suggestions?
I think you should go to substance abuse treatment centers. They'll surely be able to provide you with more information regarding treatment methods, as well as the kinds of therapies that they offer to the patients. To find the treatment centers, you can use the links below. You can also go to the local hospital and ask one of the hospital staff to give you a list of the treatment centers in your area. Good luck! I do hope that you get the information you need.  (+ info)

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