The U.S. life time prevalence rate for prescription drug addiction in elderly adults has been estimated to be over 2.5%. This equates to more than 12 million people being addicted to a prescription drug. In women, the prevalence rate has been estimated at 5%, while for those ages 12-17, almost 3.1% reported using prescription drugs for recreational purposes. Jafari, S. (2014) Prescription painkillers are obtained in various ways, as well as giving by relatives/friends for free (55%), prescribed by
Substance Abuse and Adlerian Therapy Substance abuse is the dependence of an addictive substance such as alcohol or drugs. Adlerian theory is a holistic view of an individual and focuses in their beliefs, goals, and their perception of reality. This type of therapy involves teaching, informing, and most of all encouraging the individual. In my opinion this type of therapy and theory would be beneficial for someone seeking substance abuse counseling. It may not be for every individual with substance
Sarah presented as sad when communicating about her family history, interaction with others, and marriage dissolution. She displayed appropriate feelings to her past and current experiences relating to substance abuse, isolation and feelings of failure. Sarah states that she has been experiencing moods of depression, guilt and anxiety for over 6 months. She understands how her current issues contribute to symptoms she is experiencing. She does not display or report neuro-vegetative symptoms.
inmates who are mentally ill. The use of solitary confinement has increased throughout the years, and has many negative psychological effects. Prison involvement itself can contribute to increased suicide (Hills, Holly). The lack of therapy, positive treatment, and social interaction results in making the illness worse. Mental illness can be described in a variety of ways. The American Heritage Dictionary (4th edit., 2000) describes it as: "Any of various
Child abuse does not just have a solitary meaning; the term branches into a mixture of misuse and disregard. The issue of youngster cruelty and its impacts leaves on its sufferers. Whilst tyke abuse is the most obvious in families with lower financial statuses, there are many uncountable instances of abused kids in prosperous families. Furthermore, different parental variables add to the simplification of domestic violence in human culture. The contributing components that cause kid abuse to be a
General Purpose: To inform my audience about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Panic Disorder. Specific Purpose: To help my audience gain an understanding of the signs and symptoms of Panic Disorder so as they may know what to look for in their own mental health, or within the general population. Introduction: Have you ever had an unexplained feeling of fear? Your heart racing, your whole body feels as though it's going to shake apart from itself. Your breathing is deep and heavy
Usage of drugs among University Students Business Communication II Submitted by: Adeel Saeed Dhillon Hassan Bilal Baig Executive summary A comprehensive national study of drug use in Pakistan, providing a baseline data on the predominance and patterns of drug use among the population aged 15 to 25. To generate these results a series of surveys will be conducted throughout the colleges and universities of Pakistan. This study will include the types of drugs which
Policy and Program Evaluation Subject: Addressing Disproportionality and Disparate Outcomes within Iowa’s Child Welfare System Date: February 6, 2018 _____________________________________________________________________________________ Executive Summary Iowa leads the nation as one of the worst states for the disproportionate representation of African American, Latino, and Native American children in the child welfare system (National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges, 2011). Along with
INTRODUCTION “The day will come when men will recognize woman as his peer, not only at the fireside, but in councils of the nation. Then, and not until then, will there be the perfect comradeship, the ideal union between the sexes that shall result in the highest development of the race.”– Susan B. Anthony Violence against women is a manifestation of historically unequal power relations between men and women, which have led to domination over and discrimination against women by men and to the
INTRODUCTION “A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.” (WE NEED TO CHOOSE A BETTER QUOTE) – Diane Mariechild Violence against women is a manifestation of historically unequal power relations between men and women, which have led to domination over and discrimination against women by men and to the prevention of the full advancement of women, and that violence against women is one of the crucial social mechanisms by which women are forced into a subordinate