Explain why social workers should consider screening and assessing all clients for substance use disorder, including clients who do not request social work services to address substance use. 

Describe strategies you could employ to initiate substance use disorder screening with a client who expresses disinterest, reluctance, or hostility. 

Discuss the importance of screening and assessing for both substance use disorders and mental illness (i.e., co-occurring disorders).

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Screening and assessing all clients for substance use disorder even those who do not initially seek help for such issues is essential for several reasons in the field of social work Holistic Approach ... View the full answer