essay on HIV
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Assessment Description
Write an essay of 250-500 words, explaining why there is prevalence among alcohol and/or drug users for HIV/AIDS infection. Include the following in your paper:
- The relationship between substance use and HIV/AIDS infection, including risk factors associated with them
- Why a substance use disorder and HIV/AIDS could be considered as co-occurring disorders
Include at least one scholarly reference in your paper.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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 LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.
This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:
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.
10) Describe a variety of helping strategies for reducing the negative effects of substance abuse and dependency.
14) Be familiar with medical and pharmaceutical resources in the treatment of addictive disease and other substance-related disorders.
106) Describe principles and philosophies of prevention, treatment, relapse, and recovery.
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