Substance Abuse Case Study Examples

An off-duty police officer was invited to a house party by an old high school friend. A majority of the party was being held in the backyard where all the drinking took place. After getting a few drink the officer when into the home to utilize the bathroom and on his way in he noticed several people in the bathroom snorting cocaine.

The scenario I am choosing describing the variables or conditions involved in drug abuse will be hitting close to home. As long as I can remember my father’s drug abuse choice was always alcohol.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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

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.

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.

Each 16 bed facility houses female patients with substance use disorders who may also have co-occurring mental health disorders. The primary focus of treatment is on substance use at three of the four sites. One house is a co-occurring disorder focus house. The women are mothers who either have their children under age 5 placed there, they are awaiting placement, are pregnant, or are trying to regain custody of their children. All of these conditions may apply to one mother.

“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.

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

Alcohol and opiate abuse is often collectively referred to as substance abuse. Addiction to alcohol and opiates can have debilitating effects on individuals, their families, and the society. Although there is significant awareness of repercussions related to substance abuse, this problem persists in the United States (U.S.). Primary care providers (PCP) can treat alcohol abuse management and with additional training they can also treat opiate abuse (Uphold & Graham, 2013).

On 10/29/2017 at 1837 hours, I was dispatched to 200 Ogden Rd. Apt A, for a report of an unwanted person; however, the male left the residence prior to my arrival. Upon my arrival, I spoke with Carmella Rome-Giannone.