BEST EVALUATION CENTER IN MARIETTA

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American Society of Addiction Medicine
ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine)
classes are used to encourage individuals
to really examine the reasons behind their
addictive and abusive behaviors. Substance abuse
has been linked to basic psychological issues.
Therefore, delving deep into the root cause and
even the effects of these behaviors can give a
better insight to the underlying problem. ASAM
classes are designed around the ASAM criteria
for treatment. The ASAM criteria is based on 6
dimensions.
Dimension Criterion
1 Acute Intoxication and/or Withdrawal Potential
2 Biomedical Conditions and Complications
3 Emotional, Behavioral, or Cognitive Conditions and Complications
4 Readiness to Change
5 Relapse, Continued Use, or Continued Problem Potential
6 Recovery/living Environment
Using the ASAM criteria, individuals can become
active participants in their own recovery
and well-being. They can learn about and
understand treatment options. The criterion views
the individual completely. It does not single
out one medical or psychological condition. It
examines
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ones life areas including all of ones risks,
strengths, and goals. Individuals can work
with treatment providers to create a personal
treatment plan based on the ASAM criteria
assessment.