Research/ Theoretical Paper: Exploring Traditional and Non-Traditional Modes of
Treatment with Alcohol Use Disorder
The view of substance use and the subsequent treatment has been morphing as new research has arisen, revealing both positive and negative aspects of various forms of treatment. With the long successful history of 12 step-programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous to lesser researched modes of treatment such as meditation or yoga, there is a wide range of avenues for treatment and even new treatments gaining attention in literature from time to time. The below case study indicates some of the complexities in the treatment of alcohol use and two vastly different models of treatment are proposed to address the client’s diagnosis.
Description of Case
For this writing, a fictional case study was selected following reviewing several possible case studies. The client is a middle-aged female who has presented for treatment with an alcohol use problem. She reported that she has …show more content…
The first mode of treatment would be a time-tested form of treatment for alcohol use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, to increase the likelihood of a positive outcome for this patient an integrated model of CBT incorporating depression treatment and alcohol use disorder treatment is recommended. It is important to remember that individuals with depression are at an increased risk for substance use problems and vice versa (Satre, Sterling, Mackin, & Weisner, 2011). Integrated models of treatment have had increased positive outcomes for patients, though they are not yet widely used due to the level of skill and training needed on the side of the clinician. (Bake et al, 2010). Clinicians often are very specific in their treatment in order to be experts in their field, that few are well versed in the treatment modalities of both substance use and mental
Treatment with Alcohol Use Disorder
The view of substance use and the subsequent treatment has been morphing as new research has arisen, revealing both positive and negative aspects of various forms of treatment. With the long successful history of 12 step-programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous to lesser researched modes of treatment such as meditation or yoga, there is a wide range of avenues for treatment and even new treatments gaining attention in literature from time to time. The below case study indicates some of the complexities in the treatment of alcohol use and two vastly different models of treatment are proposed to address the client’s diagnosis.
Description of Case
For this writing, a fictional case study was selected following reviewing several possible case studies. The client is a middle-aged female who has presented for treatment with an alcohol use problem. She reported that she has …show more content…
The first mode of treatment would be a time-tested form of treatment for alcohol use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). However, to increase the likelihood of a positive outcome for this patient an integrated model of CBT incorporating depression treatment and alcohol use disorder treatment is recommended. It is important to remember that individuals with depression are at an increased risk for substance use problems and vice versa (Satre, Sterling, Mackin, & Weisner, 2011). Integrated models of treatment have had increased positive outcomes for patients, though they are not yet widely used due to the level of skill and training needed on the side of the clinician. (Bake et al, 2010). Clinicians often are very specific in their treatment in order to be experts in their field, that few are well versed in the treatment modalities of both substance use and mental