NAADAC NCAAC case studies
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The National Certified Adolescent Addiction Counselor (NCAAC) is a specialty credential offered through NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. It is designed for addiction counselors and other behavioral health practitioners whose work focuses on adolescents, and it signals specialized competence in treating substance use among young people rather than generalist practice. The NAADAC NCAAC case studies are 5 cases and about 2,211 words.
1Vaping and Cannabis in a 13-Year-Old: Developmental Triage
Marcus is a 13-year-old seventh grader referred by his school after he was found vaping a THC cartridge in the restroom. He lives with his mother and two younger siblings; his father is incarcerated.
491 words, about 2 min2Post-Surgical Opioid Use in a 16-Year-Old: Level of Care and Differential
Jordan is a 16-year-old high school sophomore who underwent ACL reconstruction eight weeks ago. She was prescribed oxycodone 5 mg every six hours and now reports taking 40–50 mg daily.
449 words, about 2 min3A 17-Year-Old's Request for Confidentiality: Parents, Records, and a Gun Threat
Devon is a 17-year-old male who self-refers to your outpatient adolescent program after an alcohol-related blackout. He reports binge drinking three to four times weekly, usually with older friends, and one episode of driving after drinking.
443 words, about 2 min4Foster Care, Kinship Caregiver, and Family Involvement
Aaliyah is a 15-year-old girl who has been in foster care for two years and is placed with her maternal aunt, Ms. Carter, along with her 9-year-old brother.
426 words, about 2 min5Trauma and Polysubstance Use in a 16-Year-Old: Pacing Trauma Work
Ethan is a 16-year-old male referred after an emergency department visit for an overdose involving alcohol and a benzodiazepine he bought online. He has a history of physical abuse by his stepfather, who left the home two years ago after a child protective services investigation.
402 words, about 2 min