SOCW-6202-WK10-Discussion

Discussion 1: Evidence-Based and Non-Evidence-Based Programs

The efficacy of evidence-based programs is supported by rigorous scientific studies. The term evidence based is synonymous with other terms, including science based and empirically based. They refer to measuring the effectiveness of programs through objective, controlled scientific studies.

Helping professionals should be prepared to use evidence-based approaches, know how they differ from non-evidence-based approaches, and recognize how their use influences treatment practices.

Post an explanation of the value of evidence-based treatment programs.

Explain how the prevalence of evidence-based programs has influenced treatment practices for addiction.

Support your response using the resources and the current literature.

Needs to be 1 page or more in length

References (use 2 or more)

Carroll, K. M., & Rounsaville, B. J. (2007). A vision of the next generation of behavioral therapies research in the addictions. Addiction, 102(6), 850–862.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention. (2012). National registry of evidence-based programs and practices.  Retrieved from http://www.nrepp.samhsa.gov/ 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. (2009). Implementing change in substance abuse treatment programs (DHHS Publication No. SMA 09-4377). Retrieved from http://store.samhsa.gov/shin/content//SMA09-4377/SMA09-4377.pdf Read pages 1–18. Center for Substance Abuse Treatment. Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons With Co-Occurring Disorders. Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series 42. DHHS Publication No. (SMA) 05-3922. Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2005.

Williams-Taylor, L. (2007). Research review: Evidence-based programs and practices: What does it all mean? (pp. 1–4; 8–13). Retrieved from http://www.evidencebasedassociates.com/reports/research_review.pdf