Discuss three reasons as to why the number of individuals living with a substance use disorder is increasing
What will be an ideal response?
The number of individuals living with a SUD is rising for many reasons including
Heightened exposure to psychoactive substances
Decriminalization of marijuana
Exponential rise in the misuse of opiate and other prescription medications
Increased incidents of trauma
Improved quality, availability, and pricing of heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine.
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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
Interval scales involve the use of numbers with equal units of measurement and there is a true zero point on the scale.
This can be a function of race, class, gender, occupation and a host of other factors and can easily be misunderstood
a. Influence b. Power c. Achievement d. Fame
Scientifically based interventions have their advantages; however, the authors of the text suggest that counselor may not use them for which of the following reasons
a. Feeling locked into manualized protocol b. Researched interventions may be too complex c. May be incompatible with the type of work being done d. All of the above
Discuss the fallibility of psychological tests in capital cases.
What will be an ideal response?