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1
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What is substance use disorder?

A

The client displays cognitive, behavioral and physiological symptoms

The client continues to use the substance despite having substance-related problems

The substance may include: alcohol, cocaine, cannabism tobacco and hallucinogens

2
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What is alcohol use disorder?

A

A problematic pattern of alcohol use that causes impairment or distress

Taking larger amounts, higher tolerance, craving or strong desire, failure to fulfill obligations at work, home, school

Loss of short-term memory

3
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What is a gambling disorder?

A

Excessive gambling behaviors that lead to daily problems and jeopardize relationships

4
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What defense mechanisms do addicts use?

A

Denial and rationalization

5
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What are enablers?

A

Family or friends that allow the addiction to continue/progress

6
Q

When should you use confrontation techniques?

A

For ESTABLISHED clients and family/friends that enable

7
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What are the signs of alcohol use?

A

Slurred speech, the odor of alcohol on breath, unsteady gait, coordination problems and staggering

8
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What are the signs of alcohol withdrawal?

A

Seizures and Tremors

9
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What are the signs of cocaine use?

A

Talkative, Pale, Hyperactive, Thin, Loss of Appetite

10
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What are signs of cocaine withdrawal?

A

Depression, Vomiting, and Fatigue

11
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What are the signs of heroin use?

A

Drowsiness, Euphoria, and Slow Breathing

12
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What are the signs of heroin withdrawal?

A

Bone pain, muscle spasms, and restlessness

13
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What are the signs of hallucinogen use?

A

Hallucinations, confusion, suspicion

14
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What are the signs of hallucinogen withdrawal?

A

Non-Existent with Hallucinogens