...Demand and Supply Analysis Paper Within the substance abuse treatment industry, many different products can be obtained by the consumer. The company I work for provides all of the different aspects of treatment, thus giving the consumer a one stop shop for all substance abuse treatment needs. This analysis will be focusing on the residential substance abuse treatment my company provides and how supply, demand, and price relate to one another. This paper examines three aspects of supply and demand regarding residential substance abuse treatment. The analysis looks at what drives demand and supply in residential substance abuse treatment. Also, the paper addresses the cause of these shifters over the next 3-5 years. Finally, the analysis explores future expectations of the price and how this effects the supply and demand of the product. Traditionally, substance abuse treatment has been considered what Wheelan (2010) calls a “luxury good” (p. 7). With the price of this service ranging in excess of $10,000 for 30 days of care, many low income clients are unable to obtain treatment. The service of treatment is valuable to the client because it takes them away from the environment in which they had been unsuccessful. Residential treatment provides a twenty-four hour a day safety net for the client. Additionally it teaches the client tools and skills to develop a safety net unique to their situation they can implement once the 30 day program is complete. Along with a place of...
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...research, and conclusions on the effectiveness of substance abuse treatment programs are numerous. However, there does not appear to be a single answer or even a manageable set of solutions for how to effectively and efficiently treat those suffering the ill effects of substance abuse. This paper aims to make the case that the most effective way to deal with this problem is to attack it at the source, by trying to eliminate, or at the very least disrupt, the supply of illicit drugs available for purchase and consumption. The attempt to make this case is done by pointing out the mixed results of previous substance abuse treatment programs and by using systems theory to explain why the complexity of treatment options makes it difficult to accurately evaluate such programs. The Economic Impact on Substance Abuse The effect of substance abuse on the United States economy is astronomical. Consider that in 2004, almost a tenth of the nation’s population ages 12 and older were classified with substance abuse or dependence disorders (Morgan & Crane, 2010). The issue is so complex, in fact, it is nearly impossible to put an accurate price tag on the impact. If one focuses solely on the economic impact of this epidemic, one would have to calculate numerous costs. People who abuse and are addicted to illicit drugs spend hundreds and thousands of dollars to feed their habit, which is money that could be spent in more productive ways. Substance abusers often steal to fund their habit, which...
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...Running head: THE FOSTER CARE AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE The Association Between Foster Care and Substance Abuse Risk Factors and Treatment Outcomes: An Exploratory Secondary Analysis Sharon H. Stoess Grand Canyon University NRS-433V March 27, 2011 The Association Between Foster Care and Substance Abuse Risk Factors and Treatment Outcomes: An Exploratory Secondary Analysis “The child welfare and substance abuse systems are integrally linked through the children and families they serve (Blome, W., Shields, J., & Verdieck, M., 2009). There is a dearth of knowledge, however, on how children who have experienced foster care fare when they are treated for substance abuse issues as adults” (Blome, W., Shields, J., & Verdieck, M., 2009). “In addition, the funds available for in-depth, comprehensive research in child welfare are limited” (Blome, W., Shields, J., & Verdieck, M., 2009). “Data collected for one purpose can potentially be used to answer other questions” (Blome, W., Shields, J., & Verdieck, M., 2009). “Secondary analysis involves the use of data gathered in a previous study to test new hypotheses or address new questions” (Polit & Beck, 2009, p. 295). “The issue, however, is that the original researchers may not have collected all the data needed to answer the current question” (Blome, W., Shields, J., & Verdieck, M., 2009). “This article presents an exploratory study using the Alcohol and Drug Services Study (ADSS) study set” (Blome...
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...allocated to comprehensive treatment options since they are seen to gain positive results. A countrywide analysis regarding effective treatment facilities that aided woman found a positive correlation and association of treatment with employment gains, decline in rising TANF and a subtle rise in their income (sjf,0120). Copious treatment programs have shown positive results for a person with a substance abuse issue since substance abuse has many mental health co-morbidities that can equally cause damage to a person’s employment success (dfj, sjd). 1) Need Effective comprehensive treatment options for welfare recipients if they have a substance abuse problem (which addresses employment aid). In New York and in North Carolina there is a comprehensive approach to substance abuse treatment entitled, “CASAWORKS for Families” (skjf, dskjf). The majority of the participants in a 12-month study reported that employment and recovery increased from 6 percent to 30 percent among participants in the CASAWORKS treatment program...
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...individual treatment plan on October 05, 2016. On May 12, 2017 Melissa left a voicemail informing her counselor that she did not appreciate being tapered off her Suboxone and was no longer engaging in services at Chestnut. Melissa did not...
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...Policies for Substance Abuse During Pregnancy Executive Summary 1. A statement of current policy 2. Reasons for initiation changes 3. Policy options to be considered 4. Pros and cons of each option 5. Recommended course of action 6. Reasoning for selecting that course of action Overview/Background * Statement of purpose – What is the significance of this issue, what is the history, scope – who is impacted by this issue, how is it relevant to social work The phenomenon of substance abuse during pregnancy is one that has stirred much controversy in the last three decades. The significance of this social problem is how to create policies that would address this issue and decrease future instances. The problem in writing a policy that attacks motherhood, health and reproduction rights is whether to respond to it as a criminal act or mental illness. The 1980’s began the widespread concern about substance abuse during pregnancy with the dramatic increase in newborns prenatally exposed to drugs, in particular, primarily crack cocaine. In response to the increased awareness of this problem many states developed policies to address the needs of these infants, however with the lack of federal policy there was no national uniformity or cohesion. This is certainly relevant to social work because of the increase in new cases of substance abusing parents, possible cases of neglect and child maltreatment as well as issues of health insurance and medical...
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...Multidimensional Family Therapy (MDFT) is described as a science-based treatment for adolescent substance abuse and behavioral problems that place families in crisis, according to the multidimensional family therapy official website. While MDFT does cater to adolescents with substance abuse issues, they also reach out to those who have issues that are connected to their substance abuse issues like emotional problems, delinquency, antisocial and aggressive behaviors, and also school and family problems. Their purpose is very clear cut as their mission statement is to promote positive change in adolescents, help parents relate and influence their children, to help families communicate and love one another, and also to help the family dynamics...
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...Introduction The abuse of substances by adolescents is a major social problem that places a heavy burden on individuals, families, schools, medical systems and legal systems. Cognitive behavioral therapy puts its focus on the underlying cognitive processes and environmental cues that affect developmental issues and substance abuse. To address the problem of substance abuse relapse, “a secondary analysis involving administration of the Adolescent Relapse Coping Questionnaire (ARCQ) and the Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) was conducted to understand adolescent’s cognitive-behavioral coping skills in relation to substance abuse relapse” (Hunter, 2006). The ARCQ is a three-part instrument that was designed to be used with adolescent substance abusers. This particular instrument assesses coping and appraisal in situations “where there is a high risk of relapse” (Hunter, 2006). The ARCQ has three factors that are made up of different coping strategies. There are 3 different factors involved. Factor 1: “cognitive behavioral strategies such as developing a plan and following through” (Hunter, 2006). Factor 2: “self-critical statements for example, blaming or criticizing” (Hunter, 2006). Factor 3: “abstinence-focused strategies such as attending meetings of Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous” (Hunter, 2006). This particular instrument focuses on substance abuse, the negative consequences that are associated with substance abuse and the different triggers...
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...Justice Policy I N S T I T U T E Treatment or Incarceration? Treatment or Incarceration? National and State Findings on the Efficacy and Cost Savings of Drug Treatment Versus Imprisonment by Doug McVay, Vincent Schiraldi, and Jason Ziedenberg January 2004 Justice Policy Institute 4455 Connecticut Avenue NW Suite B-500 Washington, DC 20008 v 202.363.7847 f 202.363.8677 www.justicepolicy.org POLICY REPORT J u s t i c e P o l i c y I n s t i t u t e Table of Contents Introduction: The national and local problem of drug imprisonment 3 Methodology 4 Finding 1: Treatment can be less expensive than a term of imprisonment 5 Finding 2: Treatment can be cost effective 6 Finding 3: Treatment can reduce substance abuse and recidivism while building communities 9 Finding 4: Promising treatment models exist in Maryland and around the country 11 Maryland: Break The Cycle The Correctional Options Program (COP) Drug Courts: Maryland and the National Perspective California’s Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act (SACPA) 11 12 13 14 Conclusion: Drug treatment can be more effective than cycling people in and out of prison 18 Endnotes 20 About the Authors Treatment or Incarceration? was primarily authored by Doug McVay, former research director for Common Sense for Drug Policy, a non-profit dedicated to expanding...
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...Adolescent Treatment Approaches Adolescent treatment of substance abuse disorders was initially conducted through approaches used in the treatment of adults, with substance abuse disorders. It came to light in the 1980’s that the approaches used in treatment of adults, did not adequately address, pertain, or appropriately aid adolescents (Winters, Botzet, & et al, 2011). Adults and adolescents possess different manifestation elements of substance abuse, therefore through assessment, an adolescent will be referred to one of five criteria levels for suggested treatment approaches to be used. The five criteria levels for suggested treatment approaches, as well as, the approaches will be discussed and examined in the following. The five levels...
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...High Times in the Workplace High Times in the Workplace Substance abuse in the workplace is an issue with far-reaching effects across America that can drive up employer costs, and increase occupational hazards in many industries. While results of recent studies appear to be showing a decline in the overall drug use of American workers, the use of harder drugs such as heroin and prescription painkillers in the workplace is growing rapidly (Fisher, 2011). As employees everywhere are faced with this dilemma, many are looking at ways to address, prevent, and reduce its impact on operations and employee productivity. Positivity Results of Workplace Drug Tests It has been shown that over the last 25 years, drug use among American workers has steadily declined. The Quest Diagnostics Drug Testing Index analysis examined over 125 million urine drug tests as a service for government and private employers from 1988 to 2012. This examined the positivity rates for employers across the United States workforce in both the public and private sector. Since 1988, the positivity rate for the combined U.S. Workforce declined 74% from 13.6% in 1988 to 3.5% in 2012. This result is encouraging for employers; however, the study also revealed some findings that are cause for concern. The positivity rates for amphetamines and methamphetamines have more than tripled over the last decade. As of 2012, this was at its highest level since 1997. Also concerning is that the positivity...
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...Running Head: DRUGS AND ALCOHOL ABUSE Drugs and Alcohol Substance Abuse What is substance abuse and addiction? Substance abuse is a pattern of use of drugs and/or alcohol for non-medical purposes for altering the mood, mind, and behavior. This is a serious problem and people that abuse drugs and/or alcohol can get sick, destroy their lives and the lives of family and friends. Death has resulted from substance abuse. Commonly abused is alcohol, prescription or over the counter drugs such as amphetamines, cocaine, depressants, inhalants, marijuana, narcotics, and even tobacco. Substance abuse can occur in all ages, social statuses and races. Addiction is dependence and a compulsive need to use the substance no matter what the outcome may be. Addiction is the compulsion to use the substance to feel satisfied and a person that is addicted to drugs or alcohol will have withdrawal symptoms if they stop using the substance. With addiction there is a psychological and physical aspect in that the person is unable to control the addiction without help. Addiction is not a habit. A habit can be controlled and a person can choose to stop a habit without issues. Addiction puts a person out of control of choices and not in control of their life. The drugs or alcohol are controlling the person. The cause of addiction can be a combination of physical, emotional, mental and a change of circumstances in a person’s life. According to Hammer (2012), addiction has been understood...
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...Our main purpose of the study was to apply the MTM theory among substance abuse clients in some of the treatment and rehabilitation facilities in Memphis and to explore the reasons for successfully quitting. This study tried to explore and understand the reasons for quitting substance abuse. Narratives were obtained by one-to-one in-depth interviews with 30 individuals and the emerging themes were mapped to the Multi-theory model theoretical framework. The qualitative analysis revealed most if not all of the constructs from the Multi-Theory model. This explorative study tried to synthesize the qualitative unsolicited data reporting on the reasons of substance abuse individuals who had successfully quit. Due to the limited literature on this...
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...cover briefly a multidimensional analysis of pregnant women and cocaine use. This paper will explore how women, particularly pregnant women can be challenged by cocaine use. There will be A review of the literature and policies that impact this population. In history, women have been making strides against oppression and discrimination in health, social welfare, policy and many other areas of life (Eisenberg,1998). For purposes of this paper, inner urban cities will be discussed as it impacts pregnant women. To date, gender and issues of equality remain at the forefront. Advocacy organizations like Planned Parenthood, advocate for reproductive health care for women. Certain cultural practices, prohibit...
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...In this essay, I will do a journal article comparison. The articles selected have something in common – treatment of drug. The first article is “Do drug treatment variables predict cognitive performance in multidrug-treated opioid-dependent patients? A regression analysis study” by Pekka Rapeli, Carola Fabritius, Hely Kalska and Hannu Alho. This article was taken from an open access article under Substance Abuse Treatment, Prevention, and Policy 2012, at http://www.substanceabusepolicy.com/content/7/1/45. The second article entitled “Treating Drug Abuse and Addiction in the Criminal Justice System: Improving Public Health and Safety” by Redonna K. Chandler, Bennett W. Fletcher and Nora D. Volkow. It was taken from a public access journal under National Institute of Health: JAMA. 2009 January 14; 301(2): 183–190. doi:10.1001/jama.2008.976. The purpose of the first article was to examine the predictive power of drug treatment variables on specific cognitive performance measures in multidrug-treated opioid dependent patients. Also, the researchers interested in finding out which of the possible significant associations turn out as hypothesized. On the other hand, the purpose of the second article was to summarize relevant neuroscientific findings and evidence-based principles of addiction treatment that, if implemented in the criminal justice system, could help improve public health and reduce criminal behaviour. For methodologies, the first research involved 104 Opioid-Dependent...
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