1. Describe endorphins, substance P, and how they work together to help us live a better life. Do not forget the last part of the question.
2. What is diacetylmorphine, and why is it so dangerous? There are individual physical and larger social implications for the dangers. Discuss both.
3. How can we therapeutically use opiates? Why can they be used for those uses/what features of the drugs make them able to be used therapeutically)?
4. It is stated we are under an opiate addiction pandemic. Explain why?
5. REAL-WORLD ISSUE: What is the best pharmacological way to break an opiate addiction? (Defend your answer against other options and support your choice.) Personal feelings aside, argue for a pharmacological treatment, and defend it.
Post a reflection on the importance of cultural awareness and humility when working with clients with substance use disorders. Why is an
Post a reflection on the importance of cultural awareness and humility when working with clients with substance use disorders. Why is an understanding of a client’s culture critical to supporting the client’s recovery journey? How might a client’s cultural background impact substance use disorder assessment or treatment processes?