Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Treatment
For a treatment program approach to be classified as evidence-based, it must include strong theoretical foundations. It must also provide sound empirical evidence of effectiveness.
For this Assignment, you evaluate evidence-based programs and non-evidence-based programs. In addition, you analyze their strengths and limitations in supporting recovery. Use the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website or other reputable sources.
In a 600-word APA-formatted paper, address the following:
- Select and describe one evidence-based substance abuse treatment and one prevention program from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration website.
- Explain how you would apply this intervention to a population you plan on working with as an addiction professional.
- Explain the strengths and limitations of each program.
- Explain any insights you gained from evaluating these treatment programs.
This paper must contain at least 4 references