Chapter 9

Question 1

Other Special Populations

Answer 1

• Group characteristics are important to consider in treatment
• Demographic information may be relevant in understanding the client and in designing appropriate treatment

Question 2

Ethnically Diverse Populations

Answer 2

1. Diversity in the treatment population and the staff is clearly beneficial for client comfort and undersanding
2. The attitude of an ethnic group toward AOD problems may present a barrier for the individual seeking treatment. Sometimes requires education for the family.
3. The customs, beliefs. and language of the group must be considered in treatment

Question 3

Elderly

Answer 3

• Baby boomers
• Family/friends may be embarrased to ask for help for their elder family members d/t shame or embarrasment

Question 4

Adolescents

Answer 4

• Marijuana was the primary drug for this age in group
• They have rarely experienced the same level of life problems resulting from their AOD use as adults have
• May reject the idea that lifestyle changes are necessaryt