PSYC FPX 4300 Assessment 3 I’ve Got you Pegged Treatment Plan

Substance abuse treatment typically involves four phases: palliative care, stabilization, rehabilitation, and maintenance (Miller, Forcehimes, & Zweben, 2019). Palliative care is the initial step, where the problem is recognized, and help is sought. During this phase, a doctor or family member may encourage further treatment. Stabilization focuses on managing withdrawal symptoms and preparing for the next phase. Rehabilitation addresses individual needs and goals to change the patterns of substance abuse. The maintenance phase involves strategies to prevent relapse and sustain recovery.

Michael would benefit from therapy and rehabilitation to reduce or eliminate his drug use. Therapy could help him cope with the stress of his parents’ divorce and the transition to high school, a challenging time for many teenagers. A clinical therapist could explore the underlying issues contributing to his Xanax use and provide coping strategies to manage his anxiety and other emotional challenges without relying on drugs.

Ethical Considerations

(Describe any ethical considerations relevant to this case. Include: Client confidentiality, multiple relationships, etc.)

Ethical considerations in this case include Michael’s status as a minor. Despite his age, therapists and doctors are still required to maintain confidentiality and follow professional codes of conduct, which means they cannot disclose information to his parents without his consent. While his parents will likely want to know his diagnosis and treatment plan, they must navigate the ethical guidelines that protect Michael’s confidentiality.

References

Case Study (2022). Capella University, Michael.

DSM-5 (2022). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. https://doi-org.library.capella.edu/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

Miller, W. R., Forcehimes, A. A., & Zweben, A. (2019). Treating Addiction (2nd ed.). Guilford Publications, Inc. https://capella.vitalsource.com/books/9781462542376