Personal Narrative: The Patient Who Changed My Life

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The patient arrive to group on time. The patient was dressed and according to the season. The patient was calm, cooperative and alert. The patient introduced himself and was able to check in as a "9". The patient reported being abstinent from all, mood altering substances for 3.5 years. Patient disclosed "I am excited because when I get off work today I will be staring vacation. My father brother and other family members are giving me a bachelors party. I don't know where they are taking me and I am excited. I do not have to worry about drinking alcohol because they are a bunch of good guys who don't drink. I have a very good relationship with my fiancé and after living together we decided to get married. Patient was asked if he could be anything

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