Module 1: Week 1:

Essay: Abuse vs. Substance Use Disorder

Explain in detail (using your readings and presentation from this module/week to support what you say) the relationship between abuse of substances and Substance Use Disorders (SUD’s). How can one discern abuse from an SUD? What are the determining factors that distinguish one from the other? Discuss local news coverage of alcohol- or drug-related incidences in your area. Conclude by considering in what way your biblical worldview and/or biblical insights impact the way you consider use of substances, SUD’s, and what you’ve noticed in your local news.

Module 3: Week 3

Essay: Addiction Models

Discuss in detail the essential features of the three models (bio, psycho, social) of addiction addressed this module. Consider then how the “Disease of the Human Spirit” fits or does not fit within the models already discussed. Discuss the addict and spiritual bankruptcy/void of a relationship with God. In what way does your biblical worldview and/or biblical insights impact the way you respond to the previous questions?

Module 5: Week 5

Essay: Pharmacology

Discuss the components of pharmacology addressed in this module’s readings and presentation. Discuss in detail the different classes of drugs, routes of absorption, and how such affects the high. How does what you have learned help you to have greater understanding/compassion for those who struggle? Consider these thoughts in light of your faith and Scripture.

Module 6: Week 6

Essay: Dual Diagnosis

Discuss in detail dual-diagnosis from your readings, then incorporate how such coexisting disorders impact the addiction cycle discussed in this module’s presentation. How does your biblical worldview impact the way in which you see the possibility of change within the addiction cycle for those struggling with dual diagnoses?

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

Essay Assignment Instructions

Overview

You will write 4 essays. Each essay will focus on a topic for that module. Be sure to use academic information to support your thoughts and proper voice. It is important to provide sufficient detail and to answer the question prompts fully.

Instructions

The essay must be 600 words.

You should include a properly formatted title page and reference page.

Format of assignment- Current APA Style

Citations should be throughout the essay.

Acceptable sources- Scholarly articles published within the last five years, textbooks, current edition DSM.

Question Prompts for the Essays

Module 1: Week 1:

Essay: Abuse vs. Substance Use Disorder

Explain in detail (using your readings and presentation from this module/week to support what you say) the relationship between abuse of substances and Substance Use Disorders (SUD’s). How can one discern abuse from an SUD? What are the determining factors that distinguish one from the other? Discuss local news coverage of alcohol- or drug-related incidences in your area. Conclude by considering in what way your biblical worldview and/or biblical insights impact the way you consider use of substances, SUD’s, and what you’ve noticed in your local news.

Module 3: Week 3

Essay: Addiction Models

Discuss in detail the essential features of the three models (bio, psycho, social) of addiction addressed this module. Consider then how the “Disease of the Human Spirit” fits or does not fit within the models already discussed. Discuss the addict and spiritual bankruptcy/void of a relationship with God. In what way does your biblical worldview and/or biblical insights impact the way you respond to the previous questions?

Module 5: Week 5

Essay: Pharmacology

Discuss the components of pharmacology addressed in this module’s readings and presentation. Discuss in detail the different classes of drugs, routes of absorption, and how such affects the high. How does what you have learned help you to have greater understanding/compassion for those who struggle? Consider these thoughts in light of your faith and Scripture.

Module 6: Week 6

Essay: Dual Diagnosis

Discuss in detail dual-diagnosis from your readings, then incorporate how such coexisting disorders impact the addiction cycle discussed in this module’s presentation. How does your biblical worldview impact the way in which you see the possibility of change within the addiction cycle for those struggling with dual diagnoses?

Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

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