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NUR 206
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Dec 6, 2023
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S U B S TA N C E A B U S E
B Y: A L F R E D A M A RT I N
Population
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Demographics: Substance Abuse
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Religion: None (70.1%), Baptist (4.7%), Catholic (9.4%), Christian (9.8%) Methodist (3.5%)
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Ethnicity: White (96%)
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Employment: Employed (88%) but 10% is below Federal Poverty Level
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Health/Lifestyle Behavior
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Socioeconomic Status: Middle Class
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Culture: American
Health Risks
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Health Promotion: Develop educational campaigns about the risks of substance abuse and available resources for treatment and support. Promote awareness of local substance abuse treatment centers, counseling services, and support groups. Collaborate with healthcare providers, mental health professionals, and community organizations to ensure accessible and culturally competent services. Advocate for and increase access to affordable healthcare services, including mental health and substance abuse treatment. Work with healthcare providers to reduce stigma and increase screening for substance abuse.
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Health Risks: Heavy drinking can lead to liver disease, cardiovascular problems, addiction, mental health issues, and an increased risk of accidents and injuries. Substance abuse can have severe health consequences, affecting physical and mental health and increasing the risk of accidents, overdose, and infectious diseases. Smoking and tobacco use are major contributors to heart disease, respiratory diseases (such as lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), and other health problems.
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Resources
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Resources to meet population needs: Talbert House (Franklin, Ohio) Freedom Recovery (Columbus, Ohio) , Vineyard Downtown (Franklin, Ohio) Mission of Hope Day Shelter (Middletown, Ohio)
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Programs to meet population needs: Develop and promote early intervention services for individuals at risk of substance abuse, including counseling, support groups, and educational workshops. Availability of ongoing support services, such as 12-step programs, and collaboration with local businesses to implement workplace prevention programs and provide assistance for employees dealing with substance abuse issues. Develop programs that provide education and support for families dealing with a loved one's substance use disorder, emphasizing communication, understanding, and the importance of seeking help. Establish MAT programs that combine behavioral therapy with medications (e.g., methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone) to support individuals in recovery from opioid use disorders.
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Services to meet population needs: Warren Couty Health Department, Talbert House substance abuse prevention and treatment, CleanSlate Outpatient Addiction Medicine, Recovery Works Healing Center
Services Gaps/ Interventions
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Primary Intervention: Implementing programs in schools and communities to prevent the initiation of substance abuse, including educating youth about the risks and consequences. Providing information and raising awareness
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Secondary Intervention: Implementing systematic screening for substance abuse in healthcare settings, schools, or workplaces, followed by brief interventions to address risky behaviors and motivate individuals to seek help.
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Tertiary Intervention: Offering outpatient aftercare programs to support individuals transitioning from inpatient treatment, providing ongoing counseling, group therapy, and relapse prevention strategies. Providing comprehensive, structured, and intensive inpatient rehabilitation programs for individuals with severe substance use disorders, offering 24/7 medical and therapeutic support.
Summary
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Healthcare Promotion: Healthcare promotion for substance abuse demands a multifaceted and integrated approach that spans prevention, early intervention, and ongoing support. Primary prevention efforts focus on educating communities, promoting healthy behaviors, and raising awareness to deter the initiation of substance abuse. Secondary interventions aim to identify and address early signs of substance abuse, employing screening, counseling, and community support programs. Tertiary interventions cater to individuals with established substance use disorders, employing intensive treatments, aftercare, and ongoing support services to promote sustained recovery.
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Health Risk: individuals grappling with substance abuse face a spectrum of health risks that span physical, mental, and social dimensions. From the potential for chronic diseases, impaired cognitive function, and compromised immune systems to heightened risks of mental health disorders and social consequences, the impact of substance abuse is profound. The interconnected nature of these health risks underscores the importance of adopting a holistic approach to address substance abuse, encompassing prevention, early intervention, and ongoing support. Successful mitigation of health risks associated with substance abuse requires collaborative efforts from healthcare professionals, community organizations, and policymakers, striving to provide accessible and comprehensive care
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Citation/Reference
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, State and Local Programs, Nutrition: Strategies and Resources. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/state-localprograms/nutrition.html
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American Community Survey. U.S. Census Bureau. 2014. Available at: http://www.census.gov/people/disability/methodology/acs.html
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2013. Lives saved in 2012 by restraint use and minimum-drinking-age laws. Publication no. DOT-HS-811-851. Available at: http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/Pubs/811851.pdf
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Alcohol-impaired driving (DUI)
. Injury Facts. (2023, May 4). https://injuryfacts.nsc.org/motor-vehicle/motor-vehicle-safety-issues/alcohol-impaired-driving/
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White, W. L. (2009). The mobilization of community resources to support long-term addiction recovery. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment
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(2), 146–158. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsat.2008.10.006