Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Practice Exam

Which group is primarily targeted for CRAFT interventions?

1. Individuals in active addiction

2. Concerned family and friends of individuals with substance use issues

3. Professionals in the addiction treatment field

4. General public interested in addiction

The correct answer is: Concerned family and friends of individuals with substance use issues

The correct answer is focused on the concerned family and friends of individuals with substance use issues, as CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) is specifically designed to help this group. CRAFT provides them with strategies to motivate their loved ones toward seeking treatment and changing their behavior. The primary objective is to empower family members and friends with tools to effectively communicate and encourage positive change in the individual struggling with addiction, ultimately improving the chances that the individual will enter treatment. This approach recognizes the significant role that family dynamics and social support play in a person’s recovery journey. By equipping loved ones with evidence-based techniques, CRAFT helps them facilitate healthier interactions and supportive environments, fostering an atmosphere conducive to recovery. This specific targeting is a key element in the therapeutic process offered through CRAFT, marking its distinction from other interventions aimed at different populations. In contrast, while individuals in active addiction are certainly a key focus in many treatment modalities, CRAFT does not directly target them; rather, it aims to enhance the ability of their support network to encourage treatment. Professionals in the addiction treatment field may utilize CRAFT principles but are not the primary focus of the intervention itself. Similarly, the general public may hold an interest in addiction, but CRAFT’s strategies are