Theories of Addiction
Which theory says addiction is caused by sinful or immoral behavior?
Moral Theory
What are the 3 DSM severity levels?
Mild, Moderate, Severe
What is a reflection of content?
Rephrasing what the client said.
One standard drink of liquor is how many ounces?
1.5 ounces
What does MAT stand for?
Medication Assisted Treatment
What theory says addiction is caused by genetics and biology?
Define Tolerance.
Needing more of a substance to achieve the same effect.
What is a reflection of affect?
Identifying the client's emotion.
Which type of substances slows the central nervous system?
Depressants
Name 2 levels of care.
Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Residential, Detox
This model of addiction includes biological, psychological, and social influences.
Biopsychosocial Model
Define Withdrawal.
Physical or psychological symptoms when stopping or reducing use.
What is an open ended question?
A question that encourages elaboration and can not be answered with yes or no.
Which substances increase alertness?
Stimulants
Why are treatment plans revised regularly?
Client needs and progress change over time.
T/F The Psychodynamic Theory links addiction to unresolved childhood experiences.
True
List the stages of change in the correct order.
Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance
List 2 ways a counselor can enhance client motivation.
Use empathy, focus on strengths, respect autonomy
Define protective factors.
Factors that reduce the likelihood of substance use and continue recovery.
T/F Treatment has to be voluntary to be effective?
False
Briefly describe the three components of the Biopsychosocial Model.
Biological (genetics/brain)
Psychological (thoughts/emotions/mental health)
Social (environment/culture/peers)
Explain the difference between ambivalence and denial.
Ambivalence is mixed feelings about change.
Denial is refusal to acknowledge a problem.
Define countertransference and why does it matter?
Counselor projecting personal feelings onto the client. This can affect objectivity and treatment.
List 2 risk factors for substance use.
Trauma, family history, mental health disorders, using environment, financial stress etc.
How can CBT and MI work together in treatment?
MI builds motivation, CBT changes thinking patterns and behaviors.