What factors make up an alcohol evaluation? What can a client expect during the process?
I use a screening test to assess the extent of the client’s alcohol problem. The screening test covers the client’s personal experiences with drinking, e.g., missing work, family reaction to drinking, attempts to stop drinking, etc. I also interview the client about his or her personal history, family history, and substance abuse record. We address the present and any previous DWI incidents. Thereafter, I discuss the proposed treatment program and advise the client regarding the role of the courts and the Department of Motor Vehicles in handling the case. Many times, an evaluation and treatment program are required for an offender to have driving privileges reinstated. The provider must sign a form that is submitted to the DMV before the client’s driving privileges may be reinstated. The whole process surrounding a DWI can be overwhelming and anxiety producing. I attempt to put my clients at ease by being friendly and sharing my knowledge of the process. The evaluation will assist the
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