Substance Use Disorder Treatment for People with Physical and Cognitive Disabilities
Author | : Dennis Moore |
Publisher | : DIANE Publishing |
Total Pages | : 179 |
Release | : 2000 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780788185885 |
ISBN-13 | : 0788185888 |
Rating | : 4/5 (85 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Intended to enhance treatment providers' knowledge concerning people who have a physical or cognitive disability in addition to their substance use disorder. Explains the issues involved in treating people with coexisting disabilities. Discusses how to screen for coexisting disabilities & how to adapt substance use disorder screenings for clients who have a disability. Discusses treatment planning & counseling, & how treatment can be modified to meet the particular needs of people with coexisting disabilities. Discusses forming linkages with other service providers, & the proper language to use when referring to people with disabilities.