Alcohol and Drug Evaluation Atlanta GA

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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta
Alcohol and Drug Evaluations are confidentially
administered on an outpatient basis and assess
addictive behaviors for a variety of substances,
including methamphetamines, cocaine, heroin,
marijuana, alcohol, and several others.
Regardless of the specific substance(s) of
abuse, the Alcohol and Drug Evaluation assesses
virtually every aspect of the individuals
substance abuse history and contributing factors,
including medical, mental health, social,
interpersonal, occupational, family, education,
and legal history.
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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta
Purpose of an Alcohol and Drug Evaluation The
primary purpose of an Alcohol and Drug Evaluation
is to comprehensively assess the symptoms present
in the individual and consequently determine
whether these constitute an addictive disease
and/or co-occurring psychiatric disorder.
Alcohol and Drug Evaluations are often court
ordered and/or recommended by a criminal defense
attorney or probation office for alcohol or drug
related charges.
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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta

• Principles of Effective Treatment
• Based on scientific research since the mid-1970s,
  the following key principles should form the
  basis of any effective treatment program
• Addiction is a complex but treatable disease that
  affects brain function and behavior.
• No single treatment is right for everyone.
• People need to have quick access to treatment.
• Effective treatment addresses all of the
  patients needs, not just his or her drug use.

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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta

• Principles of Effective Treatment
• Staying in treatment long enough is critical.
• Counseling and other behavioral therapies are the
  most commonly used forms of treatment.
• Medications are often an important part of
  treatment, especially when combined with
  behavioral therapies.
• Treatment plans must be reviewed often and
  modified to fit the patients changing needs.
• Treatment should address other possible mental
  disorders.

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Components of Comprehensive Drug Treatment
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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta
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Alcohol and Drug Evaluation in Atlanta
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