PCN 501 Week 3 Assessment and Diagnosis

Write a 500-750-word paper that answers the following questions:

1.What is the assessment process for identifying substance use and other addictive disorders?  

2.What considerations must be made for choosing an appropriate screening and assessment tool?

3.How do screening and assessment techniques for substance-related disorders differ from those for other addictive behaviors?

Include a minimum of two scholarly references in addition to the textbook in your paper. 

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.