Evaluating Substance Abuse Client Cases

SOCW 6443 wk 8 Discussion 2: Evaluating Substance Abuse Client Cases
Jerry has been a daily heroin user for the last 7 years. He is HIV positive and has recently been diagnosed with hepatitis C. Jerry believes that both of these illnesses were contracted through the use of shared needles. As a condition for treatment of hepatitis C with interferon, Jerry must agree to undergo treatment for his heroin addiction. He is considering the methadone cure, which includes daily doses of methadone to replace the heroin. He is not sure that he is willing to give up his heroin use. In fact, he used immediately before coming to his most recent counseling session. Jerry feels torn, but he knows that his life depends on this choice. What might be some compelling information for a client in this situation to know? What is your role as a mental health professional in advocating for treatment?
For this Discussion, review the case studies in the Learning Resources. Consider the factors used to determine the appropriateness of the medication used to treat a clients substance abuse.
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An explanation of the factors that indicate the appropriateness of the medication in potentially treating the clients substance abuse
An explanation of the expected side effects of the medication and the mental health professionals role in monitoring these side effects
A justification of the medication to advocate for its use to encourage the client to continue with treatment
Lichtblau, L. (2011). Psychopharmacology demystified. Clifton Park, NY: Delmar, Cengage Learning.
Chapter 7, Neurobiology of Addiction (previously read in Week 2)
Preston, J. D., ONeal, J. H.,