Question 1

A common psychiatric diagnoses (or diagnosis)for persons with an AOD disorder is:
A) ​kleptomania
B) ​anxiety disorders
C) ​bipolar disorder
D) ​Korsakoff's syndrome

Accepted Answer

Anxiety disorders are commonly seen in individuals with an Alcohol and other drug (AOD) disorder, which can be both the cause and result of substance misuse. AOD disorders are often accompanied by co-occurring mental health disorders, and anxiety disorders are one of the most frequently occurring comorbidities.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a mood disorder?
A) ​major depression
B) ​hypomania
C) ​PTSD
D) ​dysthymia

Accepted Answer

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a type of anxiety disorder and not a mood disorder. The other options, major depression, hypomania, and dysthymia, are all mood disorders.

Question 3

Persons who are dually diagnosed with substance misuse and mental disorders can expect the following (compared to persons with just substance misuse problems)
A) ​more homelessness
B) ​less often contracting sexually transmitted diseases
C) ​less incarceration
D) ​more services available

Accepted Answer

Persons who are dually diagnosed with substance misuse and mental disorders are at a higher risk of experiencing homelessness compared to those with just substance abuse problems. This is because the mental disorder may make it more difficult for them to maintain stable housing and a job.

Question 4

Which of the following does integrated treatment programs not provide:
A) ​team approach
B) ​focus on substance abuse problems before mental health problems
C) ​long-term commitment
D) ​one location for treatment of both problems

Accepted Answer

Integrated treatment programs typically focus on addressing both substance abuse and mental health problems simultaneously, rather than prioritizing one over the other. Therefore, option B, which suggests a focus on substance abuse problems before mental health problems, is not a characteristic of integrated treatment programs. Options A, C, and D are all typical features of integrated treatment programs.

Question 5

Describe the symptoms of schizophrenia and how this can lead to homelessness.

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Question 6

Describe a harm reduction approach with clients who are dealing with co-occurring disorders and survival needs.

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Question 7

Collaborative case management refers to
A) ​experts providing service to a case.
B) ​offering a menu of supports and services to the client
C) ​referral after referral.
D) ​a group effort in which the leadership is provided by the substance abuse counselor.

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Question 8

The phrase "no wrong door" refers to
A) the need for fire exits in treatment centers.​
B) ​integrated treatment practices.
C) ​the need to first decide whether the mental disorder or the substance abuse is the primary problem.
D) ​harm reduction practices.

Accepted Answer

The phrase "no wrong door" refers to integrated treatment practices, meaning that regardless of the entry point to treatment, individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse disorders will receive appropriate and comprehensive care. This approach focuses on the individual's needs rather than treating one disorder at a time.

Question 9

Discuss the connection between surviving Hurricane Katrina and the development of mental health problems and also the factor of resilience.

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Question 10

Which of the following is a true statement concerning clients with schizophrenia?
A) ​What looks like resistance or denial may in reality be a manifestation of negative symptoms of schizophrenia.
B) ​Clients with co-occurring mental disorder involving psychosis have a higher risk for self- destructive and violent behaviors.
C) ​Clients with a co-occurring mental disorder involving psychosis are particularly vulnerable to homelessness,housing instability,victimization,poor nutrition,and inadequate financial resources.
D) ​About 1% of people develop schizophrenia during their lifetime;it usually develops between the ages of 16 and 30.

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Question 11

Which one of the following characterizes Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)
A) ​recognized as a best practice approach
B) ​does not employ a team approach
C) ​time-limited services for persons with COD
D) ​inpatient treatment

Accepted Answer

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) is recognized as a best practice approach for individuals with severe mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. It involves a team approach of mental health professionals providing comprehensive, intensive, and long-term community-based services to individuals with complex and persistent mental health needs. Additionally, ACT is not time-limited and does not provide inpatient treatment.

Question 12

Which of the following statements about persons with disabilities is true:
A) ​People with disabilities do not abuse substances.
B) ​A person with a disability will make other clients uncomfortable.
C) ​People with disabilities should receive exactly the same treatment protocol as everyone else.
D) ​People with disabilities face a number of barriers to treatment.

Accepted Answer

People with disabilities often face barriers to receiving appropriate treatment, including physical access issues, communication challenges, and negative attitudes or assumptions from healthcare providers. It is important for healthcare providers to address these barriers and provide individualized, accessible care for people with disabilities. Options A and B are incorrect as they are stereotypical and not reflective of the diversity within the disabled community. Option C is incorrect as individuals with disabilities may require accommodations or modifications in their treatment protocol to ensure equal access and optimal outcomes.

Question 13

Name three stereotypical beliefs about persons with disabilities that pose barriers to treatment.

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Question 14

Supported housing programs
A) ​draw on harm reduction as an essential ingredient.
B) ​have strict standards for admission of clients with co-occurring disorders.
C) ​require abstinence
D) ​require support services

Accepted Answer

Supported housing programs often incorporate harm reduction strategies to accommodate individuals with co-occurring disorders, focusing on reducing negative consequences rather than requiring abstinence.

Question 15

The prevalence of serious mental disorders in the substance abusing population can be characterized as:
A) ​not problematic
B) ​the norm,not the exception
C) ​dealt with effectively by most treatment programs
D) ​fairly rare

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that serious mental disorders are common in the substance abusing population, with estimates ranging from 20-50%. This highlights the importance of addressing both substance abuse and mental health needs in treatment.

Question 16

The most commonly used substance by persons with severe mental illness is
A) ​cannabis
B) ​cocaine
C) ​meth
D) ​alcohol

Accepted Answer

Persons with severe mental illness most commonly use alcohol as a coping mechanism, to self-medicate, and to alleviate symptoms such as anxiety and depression. Studies have shown that up to 50% of individuals with severe mental illness also have a co-occurring substance use disorder involving alcohol. While cannabis, cocaine, and meth use can also occur among persons with severe mental illness, they are less common than alcohol use.

Question 17

Contrast integrated treatment practices with sequential treatment in terms of professional staff,admission criteria,and intervention practices.

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Question 18

Research indicates that in the transition from separate to integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders that​
A) ​stable remission rates more than double.
B) ​the investment is too costly to be worth the trouble.
C) ​the 12 Step approach works best.
D) ​clients with different types of disorders do not get along well together.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that stable remission rates more than double in the transition from separate to integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders. This means that treating both disorders simultaneously leads to better outcomes for clients.

Question 19

A clinical diagnosis of pathological gambling as defined in the DSM IV-R does not include which of the following:
A) ​preoccupation with gambling,
B) ​sleep difficulties
C) ​repeated efforts to quit
D) ​gambling from stress

Accepted Answer

Sleep difficulties are not included in the diagnostic criteria for pathological gambling in the DSM IV-R. The criteria include preoccupation with gambling, repeated efforts to quit, gambling from stress, and other symptoms related to gambling behavior.

Question 20

With reference to traumatic brain injury
A) ​motivational interviewing techniques have been found to be too complicated to be practical.
B) ​homework assignments cannot be assigned because of the brain damage.
C) ​motivational interviewing techniques have been successful in treatment
D) ​a strength perspective is not as important to practice.

Accepted Answer

Several studies have demonstrated that motivational interviewing techniques have been successful in the treatment of individuals with traumatic brain injury. These techniques have been found to be effective in promoting behavior change and increasing motivation towards rehabilitation goals. Option A is incorrect because motivational interviewing techniques have been adapted to fit the needs of individuals with cognitive impairments, making them practical for these populations. Option B is incorrect because homework assignments can still be given to individuals with traumatic brain injury as long as they are adapted to their cognitive abilities. Option D is incorrect because a strength perspective can be helpful in promoting resilience and coping strategies for individuals with traumatic brain injury.

Quiz 4: Substance Misuse With a Co Existing Disorder or Disability

A common psychiatric diagnoses (or diagnosis) for persons with an AOD disorder is:

Which of the following is not a mood disorder?

Persons who are dually diagnosed with substance misuse and mental disorders can expect the following (compared to persons with just substance misuse problems)

Which of the following does integrated treatment programs not provide:

Describe the symptoms of schizophrenia and how this can lead to homelessness.

Describe a harm reduction approach with clients who are dealing with co-occurring disorders and survival needs.

Collaborative case management refers to

The phrase "no wrong door" refers to

Discuss the connection between surviving Hurricane Katrina and the development of mental health problems and also the factor of resilience.

Which of the following is a true statement concerning clients with schizophrenia?

Which one of the following characterizes Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Which of the following statements about persons with disabilities is true:

Name three stereotypical beliefs about persons with disabilities that pose barriers to treatment.

Supported housing programs

The prevalence of serious mental disorders in the substance abusing population can be characterized as:

The most commonly used substance by persons with severe mental illness is

Contrast integrated treatment practices with sequential treatment in terms of professional staff,admission criteria,and intervention practices.

Research indicates that in the transition from separate to integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders that

A clinical diagnosis of pathological gambling as defined in the DSM IV-R does not include which of the following:

With reference to traumatic brain injury

Quiz 4: Substance Misuse With a Co Existing Disorder or Disability

A common psychiatric diagnoses (or diagnosis) for persons with an AOD disorder is:

Which of the following is not a mood disorder?

Persons who are dually diagnosed with substance misuse and mental disorders can expect the following (compared to persons with just substance misuse problems)

Which of the following does integrated treatment programs not provide:

Describe the symptoms of schizophrenia and how this can lead to homelessness.

Describe a harm reduction approach with clients who are dealing with co-occurring disorders and survival needs.

Collaborative case management refers to

The phrase "no wrong door" refers to

Discuss the connection between surviving Hurricane Katrina and the development of mental health problems and also the factor of resilience.

Which of the following is a true statement concerning clients with schizophrenia?

Which one of the following characterizes Assertive Community Treatment (ACT)

Which of the following statements about persons with disabilities is true:

Name three stereotypical beliefs about persons with disabilities that pose barriers to treatment.

Supported housing programs

The prevalence of serious mental disorders in the substance abusing population can be characterized as:

The most commonly used substance by persons with severe mental illness is

Contrast integrated treatment practices with sequential treatment in terms of professional staff,admission criteria,and intervention practices.

Research indicates that in the transition from separate to integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders that​

A clinical diagnosis of pathological gambling as defined in the DSM IV-R does not include which of the following:

With reference to traumatic brain injury

Research indicates that in the transition from separate to integrated treatment for co-occurring disorders that