Category: Abuse

Assessment of Clients with Substance Abuse Table of Contents DSM V Criteria Assessment Theoretical Perspective Client Self-Screening Tools References The number of individuals depending on the intake of different substances grows exponentially. Up-to-date medicine struggles between treating humans bodies and spirit as sometimes spending more attention to the first aspect lead to an increase in…

Adolescent Males With Depression: Poly-Substance Abuse Introduction Male adolescents with depression are usually reluctant and unwilling to seek help from adults or even healthcare institutions. They tend to associate the act of seeking assistance with their problems as childishness this end up finding different ways of coping with the situation. One of the ways that…

Malpractice, Abuse, and Neglect in Healthcare Table of Contents Introduction Malpractice in Healthcare Institutions Conclusion Reference Introduction Malpractice and abuse in medical facilities are relatively common phenomena that frequently appear in hospitals and nursing homes. Sometimes it can be an accident or neglect, but in certain situations, medical staff, nurses specifically, can purposely overuse their…

Substance Abuse and Its Financial Dimension Introduction In spite of various cost optimization and effective resource planning/allocation initiatives, the U.S. healthcare system cannot be considered perfect. Coupled with the systems intrinsic flaws, external finance-related concerns, such as the increasing prevalence of substance abuse, give rise to significant financial challenges to be addressed through appropriate large-scale…

Prevention of Health Care Fraud and Abuse Introduction The health care fraud and abuse are activities which involve a fraudulent acquisition of healthcare programs funds or property. The abuse is an unintentional practice resulting in the overpayment by a healthcare program. Such activities are widespread and common. They include billing for services not provided, providing…

Fraud and Abuse in Healthcare: Analysis Fraud and abuse in the healthcare system have been one of the top enforcement priorities in the U.S. for the past few years. The Federal Department of Justice and U.S. attorneys are fighting Medicaid fraud and struggling to define abuse, fraud, and corresponding penalties. This research paper aims to…

Cultural-Based Substance Abuse Treatment in Guam Abstract Substance misuse is becoming a significant problem in Guam, with methamphetamine usage contributing to increased theft and criminal activities. The One Sky Center Substance Abuse Cultural-Based Interventions Methodology, which acknowledges the importance of cultural traditions in supporting long-term rehabilitation, is the foundation of the study. The program used…

Medical Examination for Children with Allegations of Child Abuse There are several functions of medical examination. They include collecting and documenting physical evidence of child abuse, providing treatment to the abused children, and collecting history relevant in making the diagnosis a success. They also reassure children by addressing serious concerns, help the Child Protective Services…

Childhood Sexual Abuse: Impact on Psychiatric Diseases Table of Contents Introduction Formulation Clinical Inferences Intervention Plan Justification of Chosen Intervention Goals Conclusion and Prognosis References Introduction Childhood sexual abuse is an increasing problem in modern society, and the victims of it often develop various mental and physical health issues later in life. Any childhood maltreatment…

Impact of Child Abuse and Neglect on Perception of Reality in Adulthood Child abuse is a serious societal issue in the present socioeconomic situation of the majority of households worldwide. Child abuse and neglect are believed to have extensive, long-lasting social, behavioral, and cognitive effects. This research paper analyzes the degree to which child abuse…