ADCN 667 - Diagnosis and Treatment Planning of Addictive Disorders

ADCN 667 Discussion Board Forums (4)

Discussion boards are collaborative learning experiences in which both the student and the instructor interact to bring more content and learning to the experience. Therefore, the student will create a thread in response to the provided prompt for each forum. Each thread must be 350–400 words and demonstrate course-related knowledge. In addition to the thread, the student will write at least 2 replies to other classmates’ threads. Each reply must be 150–200 words and include citations to strengthen the points the student is making in all three posts. If the student cites a scholarly source not included in this course’s content, he/she must utilize current APA format for citation and list the reference at the bottom of the post.

ADCN 667 Diagnosis Assignments (2)

The student will read and analyze two (2) case studies. Each case study assignment will include identification of key issues and diagnosis of addictive disorders, co-occurring disorders, and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention. The student will use the provided template to complete each assignment. Sections I.–III. should be 3–4 pages.

ADCN 667 Treatment Plan Assignment

The student will read and analyze one (1) case study. The assignment will include: identification of key issues; diagnosis of addictive disorders, co-occurring disorders, and other conditions that may be a focus of clinical attention; and development of one Problem, Goal, Objective, Intervention sequence. The student will use the provided template to complete the assignment. Sections I.–III. should be 3–4 pages.

ADCN 667 Case Study Assignment

A full case study will be used as the foundation for writing up the assessment of mental status, substance use, other possible addictive issues, and risk. Also included will be written sections of case formulation, diagnostic impressions, and treatment planning. The student will use the provided template to complete the assignment. Sections I.–III. should be 3–4 pages.

ADCN 667 Final Exam

The examination will include four (4) case studies with which students will complete a diagnosis and provide a rationale. The student will also pick two (2) of the case studies and write a treatment plan for each of the two case studies. Since the exam is application-oriented, you may use your DSM and other resources, but may not consult with another person for help. The exam will be made available at the beginning of Week 7. There is no time-limit for the exam, other than the due date of 11:59 p.m. Friday of Week 8.

The purpose of the exam is to evaluate each student’s ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize client data and then apply the diagnostic criteria to a series of case studies in order to arrive at an accurate DSM diagnosis. Moreover, it evaluates the student’s ability to create appropriate treatment plans that are relevant to and adequately address a client’s diagnosis. This assignment partially meets Learning Outcomes E & F.