Introduction Flashcards

Which of the following is an example of a primary prevention strategy for substance use disorders?

Answer: Teaching middle school students refusal skills before drug use begins

Primary prevention targets populations before a problem develops, such as school-based education programs that teach drug refusal skills to youth.

Under 42 CFR Part 2, which of the following disclosures requires written patient consent?

Answer: Sharing records with another substance use disorder treatment provider

42 CFR Part 2 requires patient written consent to share records with another substance use disorder treatment provider, even another healthcare provider.

The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) definition of addiction emphasizes that it is:

Answer: A primary, chronic brain disorder

ASAM defines addiction as a primary, chronic disorder of brain reward, motivation, memory, and related circuitry, not a moral failing or lifestyle choice.

When a counselor suspects a client is in immediate danger of harming themselves, the ethical obligation that overrides confidentiality is known as:

Answer: Duty to protect

The duty to protect requires a counselor to take steps to protect a client (or identified third party) when there is imminent risk of serious harm, which can override confidentiality.

Which of the following best describes 'motivational interviewing' as a counseling approach for substance use disorders?

Answer: A client-centered method that evokes the client's own motivation for change

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a collaborative, client-centered approach developed by Miller and Rollnick that elicits and strengthens a client's intrinsic motivation for change.

The 'disease model' of addiction primarily holds that substance use disorders are:

Answer: Chronic conditions with genetic, neurological, and environmental components

The disease model conceptualizes addiction as a chronic condition influenced by genetics, brain chemistry, and environment that requires professional treatment.

In chemical dependency counseling, a 'genogram' is a tool used to:

Answer: Visually represent family relationships and patterns of substance use across generations

A genogram is a visual diagram of a client's family tree that highlights patterns such as intergenerational substance use, mental health issues, and relationship dynamics.