Topic: Assessment and Diagnosis (Obj. 2.1 and 2.2)
This assignment will provide you, a future counselor, an overview of the various components of the screening and assessment process.
Write a 750-1,000-word paper that addresses the following:
Explanation of screening and treatment plan.
Description of the various components of a comprehensive assessment.
Explanation of the assessment process for identifying addictive disorders with two or three examples.
Explanation of considerations that must be made for choosing an appropriate assessment tool with cultural and spiritual considerations.
Provision of a general overview of the substance use disorder criteria according to the DSM.
Explanation of the potential problems that can arise when a counselor relies solely on the DSM diagnostic criteria for treatment planning.
Description of at least two examples of commonly used substance use disorder assessment tools.
Explanation of the need for crisis planning and management when working with a client.
Include a minimum of two peer reviewed scholarly sources, in addition to the textbook.
When writing the paper, consider using the following level-one APA headings to help organize the content:
Screening and Treatment Plan
Components of a Comprehensive Assessment
Assessment Process for Identifying Addictive Disorders
Appropriate Assessment Tool
General Overview of the Substance Use Disorder Criteria
Potential Problems When Relying Solely on DSM Diagnostic Criteria
Commonly Used Substance Use Disorder Assessment Tools
Crisis Management
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
