Adolescent Substance abuse mft/lcsw

I’m trying to learn for my Psychology class and I’m stuck. Can you help?

These are two different questions and should be answered separately with a minimum of 200 words each, and each must include 1 intext cite. Please use reading attached to answer questions

question 1

ake a look at Case Study 1: Sally on page 144 (Steiner & Hall, 2015).

Discuss the factors that led to the development of Sally’s substance use.

Also, discuss what severity level you think her substance use is at and how you assessed it. Use specific examples from the case study.

question 2

ake a look at Case Study 2: Charles on page 147 (Steiner & Hall, 2015).

The case describes symptoms of disordered mood and symptoms of disordered drug use. Please describe the symptoms, the difficulty in diagnosis this presents, and ultimately how you would go about clarifying the diagnostic picture so that you can begin treatment.

Other reading

Solution:

ing mechanisms. Additionally, Sally’s substance use was likely influenced by her mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, as well as peer pressure and a desire to fit in.

Based on the information provided in the case study, it seems that Sally’s substance use is at a moderate severity level. This assessment is based on the fact that Sally has been using drugs for several years and has struggled to stop using despite negative consequences, such as legal problems and relationship issues. Additionally, Sally has reported experiencing withdrawal symptoms when she tries to stop using drugs, which is a sign of dependence……..