Brief Overview of AA The mutual group attended was Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). It consisted of about 15 to 20 people. There were teenager to older adults. Women and men attended. It was officiated by a female who is an alcoholic. Some of the group gave hugs and some gave handshakes. One female made sure that I had each one of the pamphlets that was offered to new beginners. Everybody respected each other during the meeting. One individual came in the meeting that had some drinks. The group members did not disrespect the individual, but took time after the meeting to meet to talk. They believed that each member should have a sponsor. Sponsor ship was important to the group, because it held them accountable for each other. Moos and Timko (2008) mention the significant of having individual have a sponsor in AA. Observations of …show more content…
There were better results when random tasks to aftercare were dependable with members liking (Brown, Seraganian, Tremblay, and Annis (2002). Some individuals in the group claim that they had relapsed more than once. They claim that it would take a lifelong commitment to wellness. Humphrey and Moos (2007) state the 12-Step Model in continuum of care efforts is important to maintain costs for mental health and substance abuse services. Kelly and Yeterian (2011) state mutual-help groups are cost-effectiveness because of the raise of health care. The AA group did not have to pay for attending the meeting. They were require to donation money for the supplies such as water and coffee. I believe continuum of care allow clients not to stress about having when attending the meetings. Some that had been homeless and did not have funds. They were not presser for money for water or coffee and this is essential to help clients continue to come to the
I introduced myself. I learned that the facilitator for the night is actually a member, a 30-year sober member. I was asked to enjoy refreshments and was greeted cordially by present members. The meeting was held in a church reception hall and the room was set up with 3 tables parallel from each other. I participated in this group as an observer, although, I did introduce myself at the beginning. The issue of this group was alcoholism and how to stay sober. The purpose of the group is to be a support system for those who are struggling with sobriety and those who have been successful in sobriety. The group focuses its healing around the 12-steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This support group is open and provides no limit to the attendee
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international organization of individuals who have struggled with drinking at some point in their lives. The main purpose of AA is to maintain our sobriety and help other alcoholics achieve recovery. The organization offers meetings in all cities and members can attend multiple meetings if they want to. They also provide different schedules and easily accessible meeting places that can be reached by public transportations. For instance, the AA meeting I attended was located in midtown Manhattan. It took place at the St. Mary the Virgin Church and started at 12:30 PM and ended at 01:30 PM. I have observed that some members attended the meeting during their lunch break. There are two types of meeting; open and closed. Closed meetings are only for members, but open meetings allow families and other community people to attend to see how AA helps people stay sober.
12-step programs – Many aftercare programs offer access to multiple 12-step meetings as part of their outpatient services.
“My name is Michael and I’m an alcoholic.” “Hi, Michael.” The 60 years old man’s life story was very crazy and amazing that my heart was ached and wrenched. Listening to Michael, I was sure that he had to believe in the higher Power. He ended his story with “No matter where you are, no matter what you are doing, just show up to this meeting. You just show up! That’s all you need to do.” I agree with what Michael said. It was all about you show up and being available. This is very simple yet, very hard commitment. After Michael’s life sharing, it was followed by comments from the audience about how they could relate and include into their own story. The members shared their own experience, strength, and hope with each other. I heard several people said, “I came here and know that I’m not alone.” I learned that AA meeting does not promise to solve his or her alcohol problem but the member can teach and support each other how to spend the day without alcohol. AA meeting is not about a healing or a bandage to cover the pain of being an alcoholic. It helps people to recognize who they are and what they have done and how to overcome that. AA meeting is a team support that proves the power of the group is greater than the individual alone. After listening to the members’ stories, I support Alcoholics Anonymous one hundred percent. Throughout the meeting, I felt that AA
Substance abuse remains a prominent issue affecting men, women and adolescences young as “age 11.” (William 2014) Substance abuse is an “excessive use of a potentially addictive substance, especially one that may modify body functions, such as alcohol and drugs. Also called chemical abuse.” (Houghton 2011) In the case of 17- year old Mr. Favel, he models the behavioral theory, which is based through conditioning with the interaction in the environment. Based on the environmental stimuli will shape our behaviors to certain situations.
On 09/26/16, GAO called Ms Denise JACKSON and Ms Chantelle MRKONIC answered the phone. She stated her mother, Denise was not in the home at this moment, but she can take the call because her mother was calling on her behalf regarding her child MCCREA, CARLEE has been removed from her and placed with her father Cole McCrea.
While RAs Johnson and Smith were conducting 12:00 AM rounds, they crossed paths with several residents walking down the hill between Gadwall and Shoveler Way walking towards zone 1. As RAs Johnson and Smith passed them they saw what appeared to be several cans of alcohol being carried as well as an apparent motion to hide what was being carried. Johnson and Smith confronted the residents asking them to stop and talk with us. Each resident was carrying approximately 3 beers either openly or in bags.
Ryan is a 7-year-old boy who has been in foster care, in the same foster home, for nearly 3 years. CPS became involved in Ryan’s life when he was 2 years old, following reported concerns of domestic violence in the home of his biological parents. Police had responded to the home on several occasions, both before and after Ryan’s birth. CPS first attempted to stabilize the home placement of Ryan and his siblings by providing in-home services. Family preservation services were offered to the family with little success. Ryan’s parents continued to abuse drugs and alcohol. They remained engaged in an unhealthy and violent relationship, impacting the children.
Question : Patient from local jail with a substance abuse history is being treated with sumatriptan injections and ibuprofen tablets. Sumatriptan or any other 5HT-1 agonists are non formulary. What other medications could be used in this patient?
This program was implemented to treat substance abuse problems. This program was developed by Nate Azrin and George Hunt in 1973. This program focused on helping people within the community to learn how to reduce the power of their addictions and enjoy a healthier lifestyle. Unfortunately, this program is time-limited. For example, you get sixteen sessions which is decided upon at the beginning of therapy or within early stages of therapy. Then, you have the Community Reinforcement and Family Training (CRAFT) which is a part of CRA which “works through family member.” It’s designed to increase the odds of the substance user who refuses treatment. Adding to this, this program also allows the substance abuser to improve the lives of concerned family
(p. 147) The two groups differed, however, in how they achieved their objectives. The verbal therapy group mainly used "communication and expression" while the music therapy group primarily used "music and discussion" (p. 147). Patients participated in five to eight sessions of each respective group, then filled out questionnaires regarding their experience. Results showed that over half of participants in either group ranked it as very helpful, with no significant difference between the two groups. In both groups, patients rated "cohesiveness, instillation of hope, and altruism" among the most useful group factors (p. 153). Therapeutic factors play a critical role in group therapy and help serve the overall effectiveness of the group. Because group therapy is an effective treatment for people with SMI (Burlingame, MacKenzie, & Strauss, 2004), patients can experience improvement throughout their hospitalization by attending groups. Overall improvement is also highly correlated with patient satisfaction (Hansson & Berglund, 1987). Consequently, attending group therapy contributes to patient perception of care and ultimately,
The applicant is a 31 year old female, never been married, with one child (5 months old). The applicant currently resides with her parents in Southington, CT. The applicant reported during her intake process that she was introduced to drugs by her ex-boyfriend in the past at the age of 28 years old, who was an active user. The applicant first drug of choice was crack cocaine-$20 bag by smoking the substance. The applicant only tried the crack cocaine only once and reported she did not like how the drug made her feel. The applicant then began to use heroin at the age of 30 for one year- a bundle a day by inhalation and realized that her substance abuse was affecting her life functioning to the point it was affecting her employment status.
A group that was a significant part of my high school identity was Student 2 Student, the drug and alcohol-free club at Glenbrook South. The club’s goal was to create a safe and comfortable environment in which students can abstain from the use of drugs and alcohol while connecting with other people who share the same beliefs as them. Through Student 2 Student, I was able to meet others from GBS that I would have never met, and I was fortunate enough to become acquainted with some of the most supportive people in my life. A social club, Student 2 Student survived because of the familial atmosphere that was created within it. There was a bond shared between the leaders and members, allowing everyone to have fun while making healthy decisions
This campaign will aim to change attitudes on alcohol abuse. The reason behind this campaign is because young people today do not realise how dangerous alcohol can really be, and simply regard it as something they must try. A survey compiled by Ipsos MORI Social Research Institute for Drinkaware (2013) suggests that out of 754 adolescents between the age of 10-17 years old, a staggering 60% think it is fine to try alcohol at their age (which could easily turn into a regularity), whilst 18% of them thought it was acceptable to consume alcoholic beverages regularly. These figures should be much lower, and if young people were made aware of dangers of alcohol abuse, they may change their mind about drinking alcohol from a young age.
Studies have shown positive results for all these approaches; pharmacotherapy should be used cautiously, however, since older adults are more likely to have health problems and suffer more severe side effects. Briggs et al. also noted positive outcomes when a variety of therapeutic approaches is used, including individual, group, and family counseling (2011). Additionally, attendance and participation in 12-step fellowship programs may help alleviate feelings of seclusion and isolation. It may be helpful to choose meetings that are oriented toward elderly populations or are attended by a large number of older adults. This may increase the likelihood of positive social engagement and peer support, which has been shown to help prevent relapses (Briggs et al.,