Homework: Relapse Prevention
Relapse prevention developed from the understanding that alcohol and other substance dependencies are difficult to treat. Even if treatment is successful, there is always the risk of relapse. Rates of relapse vary depending on factors such as the type of treatment and the substance used.
As your Capuzzi & Stauffer text notes, it is estimated that 90% of alcoholics return to drinking within a four-year period and 40-60% of drug users relapse. With the prevalence of relapse, it is important for addiction professionals to work closely with their clients to identify risks for relapse and to work with their clients to develop strategies to avoid relapsing.
For this Homework, review the video, "Experiencing a Traumatic Event," and consider how the traumatic event resulted in the individual seeking addiction treatment. Support your response with references to the resources and current literature.
Submit 700 words paper addressing the following Topics, Content, and Headings:
A. Create a relapse prevention plan for Greg.
B. Identify the supports and risk factors for Greg's possible relapse.
C. Describe the factors that will likely contribute to Greg's relapse .
D. Describe the specific interventions that you would suggest.
E. Explain the lifestyle changes that you would suggest Greg implement to avoid relapse.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
• The answer must be using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, and typed, with one-inch margins on all sides.
• The response also includes a cover page containing the student's name, the title of the homework, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
• Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.