A man received a spinal cord injury three years ago in a driving accident while he was intoxicated. He says he did not have a drinking problem then, but he drinks more often and more heavily now. He also thinks he is clinically depressed. He lives alone, is on disability, and has difficulty going out. What do you recommend?
A) Sequential treatment utilizing family support, mutual-help support, and mental health resources
B) Integrated treatment utilizing community transportation resources, mental health resources, education for independent living, and mutual-help support
C) Long-term treatment in a community alcohol treatment center
D) Treatment at a rehabilitation hospital

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Integrated treatment that addresses multiple aspects of the individual's life, including mental health support, community resources for mobility, education for living independently, and mutual-help support, is most appropriate for someone facing complex issues like substance abuse, depression, and physical disability post-spinal cord injury.

A Man Received a Spinal Cord Injury Three Years Ago