Substance Abuse Treatment Systems

Flashcards covering essential vocabulary and concepts related to substance abuse treatment systems.

Dual Diagnosis

The co-occurrence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder.

Evidence-Based Practices

Therapeutic approaches that are supported by scientific evidence regarding their efficacy in substance abuse treatment.

Case Management

A service that coordinates care and ensures that individuals receive the appropriate services for their needs.

Psychoactive Medications

Drugs that cause an acute change in mood, thinking, or behavior.

Relapse Prevention

Strategies designed to help individuals maintain their recovery and avoid returning to substance use.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A therapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts through a goal-oriented process.

Motivational Interviewing

A counseling approach that helps individuals increase their motivation to change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.

12-Step Facilitation

A structured approach to increase the likelihood of an individual participating in 12-step programs.

Contingency Management

A behavioral therapy approach that rewards positive behaviors, such as sobriety, to reinforce change.

Matrix Model

A structured treatment approach for stimulant use disorders that combines various therapeutic techniques.

Pharmacotherapy

The treatment of disorders through medication.

Self-Help Groups

Support groups initiated and led by individuals who share common experiences, such as addiction recovery.