Theories of Addiction Chemical Dependency Elective
The director of the new adult community chemical addictions rehab center has asked you to research 2 current models of addiction to use in the center. These models of addiction could be based on, but are not limited to: the disease (born this way), cognitive and behavioral, or psychoanalytic (rage-induced) models of addiction.
The director would like you to take the lead at the next planning meeting to propose to the group the 2 models that you have selected. Include the following in a paper of 1-2 pages:
- Explain each of the models that you have selected. Provide a detailed overview of each model.
- Detail how each model can be used to address a current issue related to addictions.
- Provide a rationale for why it will be beneficial to use each model in the center. Give a minimum of 2 advantages for each model.
- Consider any potential disadvantages of each model that you chose.