Understanding addictions through case study approach

Type :

Term papers

Pages :

6 pages

Format :

.doc

Published date :

09/14/2009

Category :

Social studies

Sub category :

Psychology

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Summary :

Introduction
Presenting problems
1. Alcohol abuse
2. Drug use
3. Promiscuity
4. Depression and suicidal tendencies
5. Erratic employment patterns
Problem selection for intervention
Intervention/treatment methods
1. 12-step programs
2. Five different stages
3. Treatment methodology based on 'informed eclecticism'
Application of treatment model to Carol's case
1. Client-focused therapies
2. Analyzing the past history of Carol
3. Uses of therapy to Carol
Treatment measures and follow-up
Conclusion
References

Abstract

Carol has had a history of "at risk" behaviors including promiscuity, drug and alcohol use, petty theft and relationships with inappropriate individuals. At twenty-four years of age she often uses drugs and alcohol to suppress feelings of depression, inadequacy and isolation and she has considered suicide on a number of occasions. She has managed to avoid jail time because of parental intervention and to date has not become pregnant or suffered any negative health problems due to her promiscuity, however her self-abuse with alcohol and drugs does increase when she is depressed, as do her thoughts of suicide. It is assumed that Carol is suffering from both substance abuse and a mood disorder.