*** Requiring only those with experience in the Addictions/Substance Abuse field to answer***
Describe in your own words the process of conducting an evaluation for a substance use disorder. Be sure to include each of the following to ensure a complete description and include solid academic support and citing:
- Nature and severity of substance use
- Problems related to/stemming from use
- Motivation for change
- Client's strengths and resources
- Functional analysis
- Use information from the SAMHSA site, describe one screening tool that might be used in an evaluation.
- Screening Tools (SAMHSA). Retrieved fromhttps://www.integration.samhsa.gov/clinical-practice/screening-tools
For each of these areas, discuss how you would assess this area, if applicable, what tests would you use, and what factors are relevant in making these determinations?