Chief Complaint: The patient presents for evaluation and management of substance abuse. History of Present Illness: The patient is a 20-year-old male who reports using marijuana over the past [du1 1 year. The patient describes escalating use, resulting in negative impacts on his academic performance, relationships, and physical health. He reports using the substance to cope with stress and to achieve a sense of euphoria. The patient acknowledges a loss of control over his use and has attempted to cut down without success.
To prepare for this Discussion:Review the reading materials about the different approaches in this week’s Learning Resources. Conduct your own
To prepare for this Discussion: Review the reading materials about the different approaches in this week’s Learning Resources. Conduct your own literature search to find a published study that represents one of the Week 3 approaches. Remember, you may have to broaden your search terms to find an appropriate study.