Assignment task: There are many differing opinions on the benefits of abstinence versus controlled AOD use from an AOD and mental health treatment perspective.
Read Article: Is abstinence the best policy for addiction? By Mary O'Hara.
On this topic and then answer the following questions:
a) How might taking an inflexible 'abstinence only' approach impact the person-centred approach to AOD case management?
b) Do you believe that an abstinence only approach limits a person's dignity of risk?
c) Do you believe that an organisation should only have one approach to AOD rehabilitation (abstinence v controlled use)?
d) How might your process of matching treatment goals to interventions vary depending on whether you are aiming for abstinence or controlled AOD use?