Homework: Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Programs
For a treatment program approach to be classified as evidence-based, it must include strong theoretical foundations. It must also provide sound empirical evidence of effectiveness.
For this Homework, you evaluate evidence-based programs and non-evidence-based programs. In addition, you analyze their strengths and limitations in supporting recovery. Use the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or other reputable sources.
In a 2 to 3 pages paper, address the following:
o Select and describe one evidence-based substance abuse treatment and one prevention program from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website. Explain how you would apply this intervention to a population you plan on working with as an addiction professional.
o Explain the strengths and limitations of each program.
o Explain any insights you gained from evaluating these treatment programs.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.