The image you've uploaded is a worksheet titled
"Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders - Worksheet 2" from *Journey to Recovery*, created by Hal Baumchen, PsyD, LB, LADC. It's designed to help individuals reflect on their mental health and substance use concerns, particularly in the context of co-occurring disorders (where mental health conditions and substance use disorders occur together).
Since this is a
self-reflection worksheet, there isn't a single "correct" answer — it's meant for personal use in therapy or recovery planning. However, I can help you understand how to complete it effectively and what each section aims to explore.
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🔍 Breakdown of the Worksheet Questions:
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"Looking at the previous list, for which concerns are you already receiving help?"
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Purpose: To assess what issues you're currently addressing.
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How to Answer: Think about the list of concerns mentioned in *Worksheet 1* (which you may have completed earlier). Identify which ones you're actively working on with a professional (e.g., therapist, counselor, doctor, support group).
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Example Answer:
*"I am receiving help for anxiety and depression through weekly therapy sessions with my psychologist."*
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"From whom are you receiving help?"
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Purpose: To identify your support network and treatment providers.
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How to Answer: List the people or professionals involved in your care.
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Example Answer:
*"I receive help from my therapist, Dr. Smith, and my psychiatrist, Dr. Lee. I also attend weekly meetings with a peer support group."*
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"For which concerns would you like additional help?"
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Purpose: To uncover unmet needs in your recovery journey.
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How to Answer: Reflect on areas that still cause distress or interfere with daily life but aren’t being addressed yet.
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Example Answer:
*"I’d like more help with managing anger and improving my sleep patterns. I also want support in building healthier relationships."*
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"Of the issues you identified, which have the biggest effect on your recovery?"
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Purpose: To prioritize challenges that most impact your ability to recover.
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How to Answer: Consider which concerns make it hardest to stay sober, maintain stability, or improve quality of life.
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Example Answer:
*"My anxiety has the biggest effect because it often triggers cravings and makes me avoid social situations, which isolates me and increases my risk of relapse."*
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✔ Why This Worksheet Matters:
Co-occurring disorders require integrated treatment. This worksheet helps you:
- Recognize where you’re getting support.
- Identify gaps in care.
- Prioritize issues that need attention.
- Communicate clearly with your treatment team.
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📝 Tips for Completing the Worksheet:
- Be honest and reflective.
- Don’t rush — take time to think deeply.
- Use specific examples (e.g., “I feel overwhelmed when I can’t sleep”).
- Share your responses with a therapist if possible — they can help create a tailored treatment plan.
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If you'd like, I can help you
fill out a sample version based on common scenarios (e.g., someone dealing with depression and alcohol use), or guide you through answering these questions based on your own experience. Just let me know!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of co occurring disorders worksheets pdf.
