COUN 6202A Discussion: Assessing Addiction and Models of Addiction Treatment

COUN 6202A Discussion: Assessing Addiction and Models of Addiction Treatment

Assessing Addiction and Models of Addiction Treatment

The assessment of alcohol and substance abuse use of a person is carried out after one has been identified to have the issue of substance use or alcohol use from the screening that is done. The assessment process is carried out to help in the determination of the severity of the disorder since it helps in the identification of the extent that the patient is affected by the addiction or dependence on a drug or alcohol use. The understanding of the tools that are used in the assessment of patients with addiction is fundamental since it ensures a healthcare provider puts in place the right plan of treatment for the patient. One of the tools used for the assessment of persons with addition disorder is the CAGE assessment. This is as well-referred to as a CAGE questionnaire. This is a preliminary test and is made up of questions that are instrumental for the determination of whether one has a dependence on drugs