Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services - Information for Health Care Professionals and Contracted Providers

Program personnel of agencies that contract with the Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services to provide prevention and treatment services.
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Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment Manuals - The Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment (for People With Stimulant Use Disorders) manuals consist of the Client's Handbook, Client's Treatment Companion, Counselor's Treatment Manual and the Counselor's Family Education Manual. The Matrix Model is an evidence based practice for treating persons with stimulant use disorders and has been found effective for treating other substance abuse disorders. Prior to implementing a program based on the Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment Model, it is imperative that clinical staff and supervisors receive training in the model from experienced trainers.

Tennessee Alcohol and Drug Best Practice Guidelines – This document was produced after a year long effort of research, discussion, and collaboration of partnerships to develop a feasible, comprehensive guide for establishing best practice procedures for all publicly funded substance abuse services in Tennessee. The guidelines are intended to be used as a guide for all publicly funded substance abuse services in the state including those funded through TennCare/Medicaid, the Substance Abuse and Treatment Block Grant, the Department of Children’s Services contracts, and others.

The Co-Occurring Disorder Training Manual - The purpose of this manual is to introduce participants to the unique treatment needs of patients who have a psychiatric disorder in combination with an alcohol and other drug use disorder. The manual covers information and treatment recommendations that can be used by health care providers in a variety of settings (primary care clinics, hospitals, and mental health centers).

State of Tennessee Plan for Best Practices and Standards for Prevention Programs - This plan is a collaborative effort of the Prevention Advisory Council and the Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Services. The plan's purpose is to improve the current prevention system through a comprehensive and statewide initiative that is grounded in sound theory and effective practice. Recommendations are made in the areas of policy, resources, collaboration, and research/evaluation