Category: Alcohol

The American Alcohol Problem Alcohol is a form of drink that when taken in excess, its contents in the blood increase causing the drinker to behave strangely. Based on this, excessive consumption of alcohol decreases ones concentration and slows reaction speed. In connection to this, obsessive and irrepressible consumption of alcohol is referred to as…

Alcoholism in Older Adults in America Table of Contents Definition of the Problem Justification of the Problem Resolving the Issue References Definition of the Problem Alcoholism is a broad term used to define the consumption of alcohol that leads to problems. According to the American National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 70%…

Substance and Alcohol Misuse among Adolescents Substance and alcohol misuse among adolescents is a considerable bother for the US healthcare system. Since adolescence is commonly known as a time for experimentation, substance use disorder (SUB) and alcohol abuse are often rooted in the period (Beaton, Shubkin, & Chapman, 2016). In order to address the problem,…

Alcohol Dependence as a Physical Dependence Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Reference list Introduction Alcohol dependence is a wide and diverse topic that needs to be well evaluated and understood for sustainability (Inaba and Cohen, 2007, p. 7). This is because it relates to a lot of issues that are relevant in our society.…

Alcohol and Other Drug Use Among the Aboriginal and Torres Islander People Introduction Several priority groups in Australia face higher risks of experiencing disproportionate harms associated with alcohol and drug use. A good example is the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (or the indigenous Australians). Several studies have established that the rate of alcohol…

Reflection Paper on Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous is a self-help group that assists alcohol addicts to break from their drinking habits and stay sober for the rest of their lives. Alcohol Anonymous (AA) gives the successful candidate an opportunity to mentor other people struggling with alcohol problems. According to Kneisl & Trogoboff (2013), the program…

Alcoholics Anonymous Organizations Role and Functions Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is my field placement agency, and it deserves specific attention. It is a global organization that unites millions of men and women who have a shared problem. These individuals are alcohol-addicts, and they cannot remove this substance from their lives. Thus, they need assistance, and AA…

Interaction of the Pharmaceuticals with Alcohol Intake Over the decades, the use of drugs for medicinal is an issue that faces controversy due to the vulnerable nature of the relative abuse. On the one hand, seeking treatment fosters recovery from an illness, hence the necessity of the prescriptions. On the other hand, different sectors consider…

Evaluation Using GAS: Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Table of Contents A GAS Chart with the Two Objectives GAS Chart: Goal Attainment Scale Evidence Base and Treatment Fidelity Determining Current Level and Computing Change Scores Conclusion References The next presenting issues and goals that my client Rachel could address after completing the last one  measured in…

Meaning of Alcoholics Anonymous Table of Contents Introduction Information for Professionals One of the Twelve Steps Towards Recovery References Introduction By way of definition, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) can be referred to as a fellowship of individuals who have decided to solve their drinking problem. Alcoholics anonymous group invites people from all over the world to…