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Can you please discuss the key components within the disease model of addictive disorders and co-occurring disorders. What do you see as the strengths and limitations of this model?

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I see some strengths. I like its emphasis on nature as it takes genetic and biological factors into consideration. I do feel like its implications on genetics definitely alleviates some patients' guilt and self-blame. By offering the metaphor of a disease, enables clients to see it just as they would a medical issue and take it more seriously.

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Miller, N. S., & Gold, M. S. (1990). The Disease and Adaptive Models of Addiction: A Re-evaluation. Journal Of Drug Issues, 20(1), 29-35.

The article applauds that this model gives a solid theoretical basis as "The disease concept is an ...

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