Substance Use Disorder Treatment for People with Physical and Cognitive Disabilities

Download or read book Substance Use Disorder Treatment for People with Physical and Cognitive Disabilities written by Dennis Moore and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Intended to enhance treatment providers' knowledge concerning people who have a physical or cognitive disability in addition to their substance use disorder. Explains the issues involved in treating people with coexisting disabilities. Discusses how to screen for coexisting disabilities & how to adapt substance use disorder screenings for clients who have a disability. Discusses treatment planning & counseling, & how treatment can be modified to meet the particular needs of people with coexisting disabilities. Discusses forming linkages with other service providers, & the proper language to use when referring to people with disabilities.