CH. 29 - Intervention

Question 1

What is the health care professionals definition of an “intervention”?

Answer 1

Still no single definition of “intervention” at this time

Question 2

What is the expectation for each participant in an “intervention”?

Answer 2

• affirm their mutual concern for the individual with SUD
• express a desire that the person seek help
• agree in advance to the goals of the intervention
• carried out without malice

Question 3

What are the responsibilities of a Drug Court program?

Answer 3

Treatment services includes:

• intense regimen of substance abuse and mental health treatment
• case management
• drug testing
• probation supervision while reporting to regular status hearings

Question 4

What is “non-compliance” in an addict attending a rehabilitation program?

Answer 4

Not complying or participating in the steps and requirements of the rehabilitation process

Question 5

Can a substance abuse rehabilitation counselor have a “conflict of interest” in working with a client?

Answer 5

yes! the rehabilitation counselor would have a conflict of interest if they recommended only the facility where they work.

Question 6

Which clients benefit from a “Drug Court” treatment program?

Answer 6

First-time, non-violent offenders with the goal of avoiding “revolving door” cycle of repeat offenses.