Individuals With Visual Disabilities and Substance Use Disorders: Recommendations for Counselors

Given the prevalence of substance use disorders in individuals with visual disabilities, counselors must be prepared to address the distinctive needs of this population. The authors summarize evidence‐based interventions, offer contextual considerations, and provide recommendations for counselors.

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Published in:Journal of addictions & offender counseling 2018-04, Vol.39 (1), p.2-14
Main Authors: Feather, Katherine A., Bordonada, Tiffany M., Waddington, Ashley
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Counseling
Drug addiction
Intervention
interventions
People with disabilities
Substance abuse treatment
Substance use disorder
substance use disorders
visual disability
Visual impairment
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Summary:Given the prevalence of substance use disorders in individuals with visual disabilities, counselors must be prepared to address the distinctive needs of this population. The authors summarize evidence‐based interventions, offer contextual considerations, and provide recommendations for counselors.
ISSN:1055-3835
2161-1874
DOI:10.1002/jaoc.12037