When assessing a client with both a psychiatric problem and an addiction,the one that came first is usually primary and is important to address for relapse prevention.

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The primary problem is usually the one that came first because it is the underlying cause of the addiction. Addressing the primary problem can help prevent relapse by reducing the risk factors that contribute to addiction.

When Assessing a Client with Both a Psychiatric Problem and an Addiction,the