Hello Sarah, Thank you for reaching out and supporting Jen along the way—that’s the best way to help her as she is struggling with what seems to appear as addiction. It is difficult to know what to do when concerned about a friend’s alcohol or other drug use. You are worried about Jen, so reaching out to the online community is a one way of seeking support and assistance. First things first, there are a wide range of resource available to help and support Jen. However, it will ultimately be her decision whether to accept the help. You stated that you are afraid to lose her and are scared to talk to the guidance counselor. She may be angry with you for a while if you do reach out to the guidance counselor, but having a trustworthy adult, such …show more content…
Hanging out after school on a regular basis and eventually the hanging turned into drinking and partying. The partying involved smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, and eventually smoking marijuana. Jen became more and more involved in the party scene, as compared to you. As she got more involved in that atmosphere, she began spending time with strange guys as well. She started taking acid, ecstasy, and frequented parties lasting all night. Recently, her mother was diagnosed with lymphoma and her father got laid off of work. This has you worried as she is changing, dramatically, and this is extremely difficult for you to watch as her …show more content…
Please understand that it is critical seek out a reliable adult for immediate help, as Jen’s problem looks to be too big for you to tackle alone. The SAMHSA’s Substance Abuse Treatment Facility Locator (2015) is a confidential, wonderful resource for helping find support or immediate assistance. This resource also provides treatment options; one of which would be to visit her primary care doctor, as this will help rule out any medical conditions that may be impacting her well-being. The website link is www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov. The phone number is 1-800-662-HELP, if you prefer to talk with someone (SAMHSA,
She explained how she relapsed after being 3 months clean. Since the relapse in 2015 to 2016 she became clean again in August of 2016 with the help of her fiancé and her family. Since she took responsibility for her actions and explained that she does have a problem. I believe that is the first step to recovery. She was very adamant about how she does do wrong and then she had a plan to do what was right in her life for herself and not for anyone else. It may seem selfish, but that is the only way to control an addiction within one’s self, in my opinion. Accepting what is wrong and willing to deal with it is a start and having a great support system will help tremendously. The State Board of Nursing should allow her a second chance to prove that she can overcome and control her addiction while preforming the career she worked hard to achieve. The board should place a strict probation, and tasks that she can perform should be evaluated periodically. In the Nurse Practice Act it states, “Use or unlawful possession of any controlled substance, as defined in chapter 195, or alcoholic beverage to an extent that such use impairs a person 's ability to perform the work of any profession licensed or regulated by sections 335.011 to 335.096 (pg.
She uses a variety of coping and defense mechanisms including: denial, rationalization, and displacement. Gwen used non-pharmalogical methods to overcome her addiction. She participated in group therapy, equine therapy, and family counseling. In some instances, physicians may prescribe medications such as benzodiazepine, anticonvulsants or disulfiram, an alcohol abuse therapy adjunct to help manage the side effects of withdrawal. Legal and ethical issues were also discussed. 28 Days is a great movie for addicts and their families to watch and help them understand the effects of addiction (Topping & Thomas, 2000). Addiction not only effects the abuser, but their family and friends,
Fortinash, K. M., & Holoday Worret, P. A. (Eds.). (2012). Substance-related disorders and addictive behaviors. Psychiatric mental health nursing (5th ed., pp. 319-362). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Mosby.
Intro: The Hippocratic Oath clearly states, “I will not give a drug that is deadly to anyone if asked [for it], nor will I suggest the way to such counsel.”Steven Miles, a professor at the University of Minnesota Medical School published an article, “The Hippocratic Oath,” expressing that doctors must uphold the standards of the Hippocratic Oath to modern relevance. Euthanasia continues as a controversial policy issue. Providing resourceful information allows us to recognize what is in the best interest for patients and doctors alike. Today, I will convince you that physician-assisted suicide should be illegal. The United States must implement a policy stopping the usage of euthanasia for the terminally ill. I will provide knowledge of
She also recognizes that there is little she can do to help herself while continuing to reside in her current environment. The treatment program in which she is enrolled does not remove her from the stressors and triggers in her normal, everyday life. According to Clinton and Scalise, “an inpatient drug rehabilitation center is the most effective means by which a heroin addict can be helped” (Clinton & Scalise, 2013). An inpatient drug rehabilitation center would be an ideal facility in order to provide her with a fresh and clean and healthy environment in which to recover. An inpatient treatment center will allow for all other medical needs to be addressed in addition to the main focus on recovery from substance use disorder. (Doweiko, 2012) During the time spent at a facility such as this, the goal would be for the patient to leave with the knowledge and skills to continue in their recovery even if they must return to their initial harmful environment. Here both psychological and physical needs are
Today I am going to be choosing diabetes for my medical topic. There are several types of diabetes. There is type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and gestastional diabetes. Our body naturally produce insulin and but sometimes there are cases where are body doesn’t produce enough insulin or does not properly respond to the insulin produced which results in high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels is not healthy for our bodies because it can lead to us going into a coma. If this is left untreated it can cause very serious health problems including death.
Imagine your laying in a hospital bed hooked up to various machines. The doctors and nurses are persistently coming in to check up on you while you’re trying to get through the pain, weakness and slow wasting away of your body. On top of that you are grieving the side effects from numerous drugs, constipation, restlessness, you can barely breathe. You have no appetite because you are constantly throwing up. The doctors have given you little to no chance of survival; and death is at hand, it is just a matter of when. You have said your goodbyes, you have come to terms with dying and you are ready to meet your creator. Now if you had the chance to choose how and when your life ended would you take advantage of it?
Drug use and abuse has become a common situation with today’s citizens. Drugs are more easily accessible today than they ever were in the past. The drug trend is frightening to say the least. From the legal substances, such as alcohol and tobacco, to the illegal substances, such as marijuana and cocaine, there has been an increase in their use amongst all ages of people. It seems that the ages of the users are getting younger as time goes by. Because of this trend there are more people addicted to substances and who need treatment. There are many treatment programs out there where people can go to get help with their addictions. Programs range from alcohol treatment to substance abuse treatments and detoxification processes. Unfortunately,
Additionally, I would seek consultation related to drug-specific “intoxication” effects and long-term effects on mental and physical health. As I have limited experience in the realm of addictions, I can only operate within my level of competence and would certainly seek out consultation from an addictions specialist or medical doctor should the nature of my work with Betty necessitate greater expertise.
Drug and alcohol abuse has become a worldwide epidemic within today’s society. The battle against drugs and alcohol is not going to diminish. Therefore, we as a society need to work together to address these problems while incorporating successful treatment plans and services for these individuals. The addiction to these substances does not only effect oneself, but can also have profound consequences for the children and families.
Domestic violence is an issue that has affected many people regardless of age, race, or gender. The seriousness of it can vary dramatically. Domestic violence is the intentional intent to physically and/or sexually assault, batter, or has abusive tendencies against a sibling, parent, child (ren), or domestic partner. The overwhelming emotional, psychological, and physical ramifications of domestic violence can cross generations and last a lifetime. Bringing an end to abuse is not a matter of the victim choosing to leave; but the victim being able to evade their abuser safely. Establishing, I Choose Life Organization, gives those victims a safe haven to get back that confidence and self-respect that they lost due to their abuser.
Specific speech purpose: To persuade the class that emotional/mental health is important, and is in fact even more important than their physical health.
It’s absolutely normal to feel powerless when you encounter stress. But to think that there’s nothing you can do about it is absolutely not normal. You can avoid things from getting out of control by taking charge of your thoughts, emotions, lifestyle, and your ways of facing certain life situations.
Alcohol is a widely available drug. Some people may use alcohol from time to time, and drink small amounts. Other people may drink frequently, and drink large amounts at a time. People who drink alcohol very often for a long time, and have problems after drinking alcohol, may have what is called an alcohol use disorder. Alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence are the two main types of alcohol use disorders:
Parental involvement in a student’s learning career can make the difference between a C student and an A student. This is not a very controversial idea. However, factors outside of the parents control often make it harder for them to become involved. Today I am writing to you; the parents of my students. I will be asking all of you to take an active role in your young one’s education. I understand that long work hours make it difficult to set aside extra time. But, it must be noted that any extra time you can make will be a huge difference.