CPS CPS Substance Abuse Prevention Principles

Question 1

Which of SAMHSA's Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) steps involves identifying community needs and resources?

Accepted Answer

Assess

Answer

The 'Assess' step of the SPF involves collecting and analyzing data on community needs, resources, and readiness to guide prevention planning.

Question 2

The Institute of Medicine (IOM) classification that targets individuals showing early signs of a problem is called:

Accepted Answer

Indicated prevention

Answer

Indicated prevention targets individuals who are already showing early signs or symptoms of a problem but have not yet developed a full disorder.

Question 3

Risk factors for substance use disorders can best be described as:

Accepted Answer

Variables that increase the likelihood of developing a substance use problem

Answer

Risk factors are conditions or characteristics that increase the probability of developing a substance use disorder but do not guarantee it will occur.

Question 4

Which prevention approach focuses on reducing environmental conditions that promote substance use?

Accepted Answer

Environmental strategies

Answer

Environmental strategies address policies, norms, and physical or social conditions in the community that make substance use more or less likely.

Question 5

The concept of 'resilience' in substance use prevention refers to:

Accepted Answer

The ability to adapt positively despite exposure to risk

Answer

Resilience is the capacity to adapt positively and maintain healthy development even when exposed to significant risk factors.

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CPS CPS Substance Abuse Prevention Principles