Substance Abuse Case Study Examples

Throughout the case of how Ashley had ingested the methadone, there had been many inferences being constructed. Through all the inferences, none of them are fully explaining everything that had happen that night on the cruise ship. All of the inferences are focusing on how the fiancé might have been involved in the ingested methadone, but hardly any are focusing on anything else. Due to Ashley consuming alcohol that night, the abortion causing her to be exhausted with emotion, is is very clear that she had mistaken the methadone for NyQuil and thus causing this case to be an accidental suicide.

The client is an 18-year-old African American female presented to Norfolk State University Substance Abuse Center after a positive urine test for cocaine and marijuana. The client tested positive for both psychoactive drugs during a mandatory routine screening administered by her employer at a local grocery store. She indicated smoking marijuana (pot) every day and uses cocaine typically on the weekend. However, the client has an increase tolerance level of cocaine as evidence by her stating she is using "more and more cocaine to maintain the same effect. She reported in the past snorting only one line of cocaine, but this has increased to five lines of cocaine in the last past 12 months. In addition, she stated she occasionally smokes a couple

Ronny is a 46-year-old white male who present to CRU from RRC-W on ACOT for PAD. He was amended by his OP clinic, Life Behavioral Wellness, for not complying with the terms of the order and treatment plan. Per collateral, Ronny has a hx of violent behavior including pulling knives on people and stabbing. According to his OP psychiatrist, Diana Havill, MD, Ronny pulled a knife on a pregnant woman. He also have a history of self-harm including attempted hanging. Patient is cooperative during admission, and answered all questions. He has a PMH of HTN, Asthma, TB, seizures, and Brain surgery (infant). His vital signs were WNLs. Patient will benefit from medication

On Saturday May 19, 2018 at approximately 3:50 p.m. I observed a yellow Ford Escape traveling north on U.S. 19 approaching Grand Blvd bearing what appeared to be an expired tag of BFZW56 dating 06-2017. A check of FCIC / NCIC confirmed the tag was expired as of 06/22/17.

Edward is an approximately 30 yo Caucasian male who lives in California. Edward presented in the interview as relaxed and confident, sitting with his arm stretched over the couch. Edward stated his main goal today was in the spirit of helping others by telling his prescription substance use disorder story.

“Catherine” is a 31 year old, divorced female who is currently employed as a receptionist at a local human service organization. Last week, she began a treatment program for alcohol and cocaine dependency. Catherine lives with her 5 year-old daughter, “Joy,” in a home near her place of work. Despite little earnings from her job, she has managed to take care of herself and her daughter without monetary support from Joy’s father. Catherine was married to Joy’s father when she was 25 years old, but they divorced after he started abusing her physically. Joy’s father was an alcoholic, a condition that contributed towards the demise of their marriage. Catherine has not had contact with her former husband since they ended the marriage. Catherine’s mother, a widow, has been of great support. Catherine’s cousins, “Jane” and “Cynthia,” have also been of great help. Catherine stated that Jane and Cynthia, are the only family she feels she can depend on. Catherine is the eldest of four children.

On 08/12/15, Mr. Harrison’s mother reported that Mr. Harrison was not living at his reported address (104 Hudson St, Clayton DE 19938). Mr. Harrison mother stated that Mr. Harrison is living in Wilmington, DE with a friend. She could not confirm the address. Mr. Harrison has failed to report his new address with 72 hours.

Behavior/ Living situation: Youth is currently at the youth Detention Center in Union County. Youth was arrested on 12/1/16 with possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance. Youth reported that he wants to come home and be with his family. Ms. Moore stated that she does not want youth to come home due to safety concerns. Ms. Moore wants to move to a safer community before youth can come home. Ms. Moore stated that youth’s grandmother house is not suitable for youth to live due to the community and safety concerns. CM discussed residential substance abuse programs with youth and youth is not in agreement to residential programs.

Ms. Kelly is a nondrinker, smokes five cigarettes per day and uses recreational grade cannabis for pain and sleep daily.

Mr. French a divorced, Caucasian male, has two children and employed as a truck driver is seeking treatment for his alcohol usage. He stated he has been drinking socially since he was 18-years old and his alcohol usage has increased. The client has had several life changing events throughout the course of his life that has contributed to his alcohol consumption. Mr. French reported is addiction has effected his daily functioning and would like to be himself again.

In a quiet community like Thornton, Colorado (CO), people are often reluctant to discuss important issues that affect the area's residents. No one likes to talk about drug abuse an addiction, but the fact remains Thornton is not immune from such problems, especially considering its close proximity (12 miles North) to a large city like Denver.

At our time touring CeDAR, we were introduced to the CeDAR Family Program. This week-long program allows for the family members of an individual undergoing substance abuse treatment to learn about addiction and how to better deal with their loved one’s illness. They are also given tools for their own coping and recovery. According to the CeDAR website “research shows participation in our addiction family support program helps increase overall recovery rates” (Family Services: CeDAR, 2016, paragraph 4).

Substance Abuse History The client Alice Green substance of choice is alcohol. Alice reports being only nine years old when consuming alcohol for the first time. She explained it all started with just one beer and then another and another. Alice disclosed that she has always enjoyed drinking, but it never presumed as a problem until about a year ago.

Substance abuse and legal history. Sandra drinks wine occasionally during social events. She reported there has never been a time when she drank more. The patient does not smoke or use recreational drugs. She is also not undergoing any legal concerns that would cause her distress.

This essay is based on a client Ibrahim (30 year old, male) who is currently living with his three siblings with their biological father and step mother. The client has a history of juvenile delinquency with outrageous behavior. Due the suspensions from the school, he has a low academic performance. Currently, he is jobless due to abusing drugs and low academic performance, which made him feel depressed. The purpose of the essay is to evaluate the clients’ problems with the help of consistency theory and understand the possible neurological underpinnings that may have occurred in his brain. Also recommend possible interventions that are most fitting for client.