Psychology: A Case Study

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A: The client seems to be in the action stage. The Client continues to affirm that he has no plans to continue taking drugs or using alcohol. The client recognizes various triggers and coping skills that he has learned.
P: The client is to abstain from the use of alcohol and drugs. The client is to go to AA meetings, and continue in treatment.

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