“An Integrated, Multidimensional Treatment Model for Individuals Living with HIV, Mental Illness, and Substance Abuse” explores treatment options for HIV-infected individuals who have both mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Before conducting the treatment, Bouis et al. (2007) found few studies in the literature review process that discussed various treatment methods for HIV-infected individuals who have both mental health and substance abuse problems, referred as triply diagnosed clients by Bouis et al. (2007). In developing a treatment model, a transtheoretical model of behavior change and evidence-based practice was used to address the needs of triply diagnosed clients. Participants were offered assistance and programs, such as
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Having a conversation instead of focusing on just asking questions and being empathetic and genuine was key during the individual client assessment. This is a great technique Bouis et al. (2007) utilized because it helped develop a bond and helped clients see themselves not as experimental subjects, but as a person on the same level as the practitioner. Clients were educated through the process and were offered classes geared towards educating them about the effects of HIV and how it impacts their lives emotionally, physically, and mentally (Bouis et al., 2007). This is also important and I agree that educating clients and offering opportunities for them to learn about the impacts of their behavior and choices really affect their lives. However, the study posed a series of risks though because some clients were reluctant and “stopped and restarted treatment one or more times before fully engaging in the treatment process” (Bouis et al., 2007). This is inevitable, but is an important factor to consider when looking at the overall results and how reliable they …show more content…
By referencing multiple articles, the authors add credibility to the importance of providing suitable and effective treatment for triply diagnosed individuals. Bouis et al. (2007) provided a new method on how to better treat and manage such individuals; however, the article could have been more clear and concise. The findings presented new breakthrough information on various methods to treat triply diagnosed clients, but more research is necessary. Eight years have passed since the article was published and in that time, further research could have been completed that support or debunk Bouis et al. (2007)
Having a conversation instead of focusing on just asking questions and being empathetic and genuine was key during the individual client assessment. This is a great technique Bouis et al. (2007) utilized because it helped develop a bond and helped clients see themselves not as experimental subjects, but as a person on the same level as the practitioner. Clients were educated through the process and were offered classes geared towards educating them about the effects of HIV and how it impacts their lives emotionally, physically, and mentally (Bouis et al., 2007). This is also important and I agree that educating clients and offering opportunities for them to learn about the impacts of their behavior and choices really affect their lives. However, the study posed a series of risks though because some clients were reluctant and “stopped and restarted treatment one or more times before fully engaging in the treatment process” (Bouis et al., 2007). This is inevitable, but is an important factor to consider when looking at the overall results and how reliable they …show more content…
By referencing multiple articles, the authors add credibility to the importance of providing suitable and effective treatment for triply diagnosed individuals. Bouis et al. (2007) provided a new method on how to better treat and manage such individuals; however, the article could have been more clear and concise. The findings presented new breakthrough information on various methods to treat triply diagnosed clients, but more research is necessary. Eight years have passed since the article was published and in that time, further research could have been completed that support or debunk Bouis et al. (2007)