What distinguishes controlled narcotic users from compulsive narcotic users, addicts, and abusers? How do controlled users avoid addiction? What are some tactics that might distinguish them-but don't?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary.

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD):

a. is not a common disorder with substance abusers b. will resolve when a person stops using alcohol or drugs. c. will develop in 15-20% of people exposed to severe trauma. d. in women is typically the result of sexual abuse or rape.

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A lesbian woman comes in for an assessment. She says she is drinking

more because her partner is in the hospital with a terminal disease and she is not permitted to stay with her because of state laws. The assessor should probably ________. A. help the client campaign for visitation rights and protest state policies B. refer the client to a gay affirmative resource C. assess use/misuse/abuse of alcohol; refer the client to a welcoming religious organization to help her deal with the impending death of her loved one D. assess use/misuse/abuse of alcohol; refer the client to a gay affirmative resource specializing in LGBT issues such as hospital visitation

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Empowerment strategies utilized by ethnic out-groups in the late 1800's provide current social workers and program developers with models for development of informal community based, social support systems

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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According to your text, modern conveniences have dramatically decreased the amount of housework

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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