Are there certain substances that are more likely to lead to physiological dependence vs psychological dependence?

ANSWER EACH QUESTION SEPARATELY
In the reading “Stimulants and Depressants” the author addresses myths that exist about substances
and addiction.
Discuss anything new that you learned from this reading or something that you found interesting that
will inform your practice.
Are there certain substances that are more likely to lead to physiological dependence vs psychological
dependence?
Discuss your level of comfort as a counselor in addressing a client who is consuming alcohol while on
medication that indicates alcohol is contraindicated. How specifically might you address it? What
about with a client who is pregnant?
Please watch the youtube video from Dr. Patrick Carnes in the Lecture folder and discuss your
reactions.
Also, after watching the video and reading the ppt’s and readings, what are your
thoughts/opinions/beliefs about substance vs non-substance addictions? Did you learn anything new
from the readings, ppt, or video? Discuss any experience you have treating someone with a behavioral
addiction.