Effective interventions to treat psychiatric distress, dysfunction, and substanc

Effective interventions to treat psychiatric distress, dysfunction, and substance misuse are a must for veterans, a unique population of individuals. However, the human service system continues to see a number of these individuals who end up homeless, seriously addicted to substances, or in need of immediate psychiatric hospitalization to keep themselves or others from being hurt.
Recent attempts to prevent problems associated with reintegration into civilian life and the trauma associated with combat have taken a different approach. Rather than waiting for the veteran to actively seek help, assessment and intervention are occurring at the sites where veterans are most likely to make regular visits: their primary care facility.
This integrated care approach to intervention has had some success. Based on your readings this week:
Explain the integrated approach and Identify the role of the human service provider.
Seek out another evidence-based intervention for treating veterans who have experienced combat trauma.
Compare and contrast the two interventions and which you feel would be most beneficial for treating this population. Include a discussion of this population’s unique needs and barriers to receiving care.

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