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What is methadone maintenance?
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It blocks cravings for opiods. It is corrective, not curative and it reduces harm.
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Theraputic Communitiesare most prevalent for addicts addicted to what?
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Drugs & alcohol
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Goal of Methadone treatment?
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It is confrontational yet non-judgemental dealing with one's substance abuse problem.
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Goal of the intervention process?
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To convince the addict they need treatment.
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Duties of the assessor?
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Collect evidence of the disorder, the severity, treatment, education, family history, previous psychiatric disorders, medical history, & previous treatment.
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Drug History questionairre is developed for what reason?
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For relapse prevention
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What is Socrates?
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Readiness for change, recognition, ambivilence, taking steps.
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