Special Populations in Addictions Treatment

Due 3/10/2019. S30.00 for Discussion 1 & 2

Unit 10 Discussion 1

In this week’s readings, you were introduced to some specific populations that offer unique challenges in addictions treatment. Choose one of the special needs groups (such as those who have been abused, juvenile offenders, and individuals with chronic diseases or cognitive impairment) and identify the aspects that clinicians need to consider in assessment and treatment.

Note:

Analyze course concepts, theories, or materials correctly, using examples or supporting evidence.

Collaborate with fellow learners, relating the discussion to relevant course concepts and extending the dialogue.

Apply relevant professional, personal, or other real-world experiences to extend the dialogue.

Validate position with applicable knowledge.

Unit 10 Discussion 2

Reflections on Group Leadership

Reflect upon the process of your own group leadership model. What aspects of the course influenced your model the most? Be as specific as possible. Acknowledge the role other learners have played in the development of your model. You do not need to acknowledge specific learners by name.

Note:

Analyze course concepts, theories, or materials correctly, using examples or supporting evidence.

Collaborate with fellow learners, relating the discussion to relevant course concepts and extending the dialogue.

Apply relevant professional, personal, or other real-world experiences to extend the dialogue.

Validate position with applicable knowledge.

Resources

Challenging Incarceration Program – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFIsfkYFTX8&feature=youtu.be

Beyond the Myth – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XylgTmduR9M

Bradley, M. S., & Engen, R. L. (2014). Leaving prison: A multilevel investigation of racial, ethnic, and gender disproportionality in correctional release. Crime & Delinquency, 62(2), 253-279.

Kutateladze, B. L., Andiloro, N. R., Johnson, B. D., & Spohn, C. C. (2014). Cumulative disadvantage: Examining racial and ethnic disparity in prosecution and sentencing. Criminology, 52(3), 514–551.

Zimring, F. E. (2010). The scale of imprisonment in the United States: Twentieth century patterns and twenty-first century prospects. Journal of Criminal Law & Criminology, 100(3), 1225-1245.

Reference Page Part I

Special Populations in Addictions Treatment

https://www.cdc.gov>lgbthealth>youth

This article discusses the negative health and life outcomes that their heterosexual peers would be less likely to experience. Many LGBT youth have associated themselves with the feelings of depression, suicidal feelings, substance use, unexcused absences. LGBT are at an increased risk of violence which has effects on their education and mental health. This article focusses what the schools can do to help promote a health environment for LGBT youth, as well as the influences of and involvement of their parents as well. Special Populations in Addictions Treatment

” The reality of LGBT oppression

https://www.socialistalternative.org/

This article is a statistical breakdown of the oppression that the LGBT youth are faced with daily. 1-4 LGBT youth who came out to their parents are forced to leave home, leaving 40% of an estimated 1.6 million youth homeless in the US. In this article the harassment of the LGBT students faces in the school system, and lastly the article elaborates on the increased suicide and homicide rates of LGBT youth.

https://www.youth.gov

This article discusses the various challenges LGBT youth experience due to how others respond to their sexual orientation or gender identity expression. It also gives an extensive look of contributors to how the LGBT youth express their gender and or sexuality. Most research on LGBT youth has focused on the risk factors and disparities compared to their heterosexual counterparts. The article also put an emphasis on the needs and the resiliency and protective factors that help to strengthen the LGBT youth’s wellbeing. Addressing LGBT-related stigma, discrimination and violence while working to foster supports and create safe and affirming environments.

Introduction Part II

Despite the fact that it is generally accepted that homophobia and racial marginalization have an effect on LGBT youth. The discrimination and violence that is endured should not be a subject that no one discusses until something terrible has taken place; this is not the appropriate time. This is a widespread problem that does not only affect people of African American descent; rather, it is a problem that can be found in every other racial and ethnic group as well.

Young people who identify as LGBT and who are of color face unique obstacles in a society that frequently promotes heterosexuality as the only acceptable orientation. Due to the fact that social, economic, and cultural disparities both prevent them from and put them in high risk-taking behaviors such as HIV, pregnancy, sexual violence, and discrimination, it is essential to discuss ways to create a systematic approach to maintaining their well-being. Rather than maintaining the secrecy that surrounds this controversial subject, it is preferable to talk about how to create this approach.. Special Populations in Addictions Treatment

Conclusion Part III

In conclusion homophobia and racial marginalization has a huge influence on the LGBT youth. This is a wide spread issue that is not only affecting African Americans, but other racial and ethnic groups. The LGBT youth face many challenges, that in turns forces them to think heterosexuality is the only acceptable orientation. There are many social determinants that affect their well-being. This should not continue to be a topic that is sworn to secrecy but one that is widely discussed not only when we experience tragedy. Special Populations in Addictions Treatment