Chief Complaint: The patient presents for evaluation and management of substance abuse. History of Present Illness: The patient is a 20-year-old male who reports using marijuana over the past [du1 1 year. The patient describes escalating use, resulting in negative impacts on his academic performance, relationships, and physical health. He reports using the substance to cope with stress and to achieve a sense of euphoria. The patient acknowledges a loss of control over his use and has attempted to cut down without success.
Discussion Response
I need a response to two discussion questions. 1. I believe strategic therapists dig down to the root of the problem. In my words, these therapists get to the meat of the matter. I appreciate the fact that this particular therapist is in place to assist the individual/family in need