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Objective: Identify the pros and cons of group counseling approaches in treating substance use disorder.

The group modality of treating adults and adolescents with substance abuse issues has many advantages as well as some risks depending upon the individual being treated.

• Read Chapter 6 of your SAC text.
• In a 1 page essay, discuss the pros and cons of using group therapy to treat individuals with substance use disorder.
• Be sure to include the Stages of Change and why it is important to know what stage of change a client may be in when it comes to treatment approaches.