Assessment Description
Write a 1,000-1,250-word paper that gives a general overview of commonly used empirically researched substance use disorder treatment approaches. In addition, you are to select two common approaches and compare their similarities and differences.Include the following in your assignment:
- Brief description of the use of empirically researched substance use disorder treatment interventions
- Brief description of two treatment interventions: one intervention that has a faith-based perspective, and one other treatment intervention (such as CBT, SF or experiential)
- Explanation of the differences of each treatment listed
- Analysis of which method you would personally prefer to use and why. Include a review of the benefits and risks of each method
- Explanation of the considerations for age, disabilities, developmental level, culture, and other significant factors
Include a minimum of four peer reviewed scholarly sources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competency and professional standards:
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
4.1: Assess valid and reliable research to answer questions for an identified problem, concern, or professional counseling intervention. [CACREP 2.F.8.b, 2.F.8.c, 2.F.8.d, 2.F.8.e, 2.F.8.f, 2.F.8.g, 2.F.8.h, 2.F.8.i, 2.F.8.j] (MC2)
This assignment is informed by the following CACREP Standards:
2.F.3.h. A general framework for understanding differing abilities and strategies for differentiated interventions.
2.F.8.b. Identification of evidence-based counseling practices.