Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Programs (Essay Sample)

Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Programs
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Evidence-Based Substance Abuse Treatment and Prevention Programs
Question 1
The substance abuse treatment program that was selected focused on education and employment. According to the evidence, employment is a top priority for people of all ages individuals often want to work regardless of whether they have recovered from substance use disorder (SUD). Thus, employment can be one of the best predictors of positive outcomes for individuals getting treated for SUDs (SAMHSA, 2021). Employed individuals are more likely to abstain from drugs, have a better quality of life, and have a more successful transition from residential treatment to the community. Also, they are less likely to engage in criminal activities, and parole violations and have lower recurrence levels (Melvin, Davis & Koch, 2012). The evidence further indicated that employed individuals are more likely to complete their programs than the unemployed. The findings above can motivate people recovering from SUDs by encouraging them to look for employment, not only as a financial source to cater to their needs but also to improve their SUD treatment outcomes (SAMHSA 2021).
The chosen prevention program is substance use prevention for