What are some specific counseling techniques from the course textbook used in working with persons who have depressive and bipolar disorders? Explain them.

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4) Recognize the potential for substance use disorders to mimic a variety of medical and psychological disorders, and the potential for medical and psychological disorders to co-exist with addiction and substance abuse.

14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.

23) Understand and appropriately apply agency-specific policies and procedures for handling crises or dangerous situations, including safety measures for clients and staff.