IC&RC ADC Alcohol and Drug Counselor Exam Practice Problems -Solved

A 14 year old male is being evaluated for cocaine abuse. He has no knowledge of any family history of abuse and has indicated that he began only in the past 6 months. Which of the following addiction factors is he is most likely the most influential on his drug use? - ANSWER-Peer influence Which of the following is not a model for the causation of addiction? - ANSWER-Familial model As an individual continues to use an addictive forming drug over a period of time, which of the following is a correct statement regarding the influence of outside factors (peer, family, stress) contributing the habit of addiction? - ANSWER-As drug use continues the influence of outside factors increases Which of the following is the most commonly abused substance in America? - ANSWER-Alcohol Which of the following is a true statement regarding the abuse of alcohol? - ANSWER-All of the above- -women have a higher risk of developing problems from alcohol abuse than men -men are more likely to drink higher volumes of alcohol than women -organ damage due to alcohol abuse is more likely in women than men Which of the following is a false statement about marijuana use? - ANSWER-Marijuana is not an addictive substance Which of the following is most commonly the main reason for a client deciding to begin the process of treatment? - ANSWER-Internal motivation Which of the following is not an effective technique for establishing rapport with a client during the initial interview? - ANSWER-providing reassurance that things will be ok no matter how dire the individuals situation. Which of the following is not an example of proper active listening? - ANSWER-Providing stories from your own experience that relate to the clients struggle. Which of the following is not part of the screening process? - ANSWER-Identify the likely solution to the problem. Which of the following is not an example of an effective screening process - ANSWER-In-depth initial screening questions to provide a through process.