Explain Durkheim's Term "Social Facts" Using Specifically His Discussion of Crime

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Essay

Explain Durkheim's term "social facts" using specifically his discussion of crime from The Rules of Sociological Method. Be sure to specify how "coercive power" plays into this discussion.

Understand the limitations and problems associated with SASSI-3 in identifying substance abuse issues.

Differentiate between the screening and assessment phases in the context of substance use disorder (SUD).

Recognize the effectiveness of the Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT) and other screening instruments in identifying alcohol use disorders.

Identify the importance of collateral information in assessing a client's substance use.

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Definitions:

Spiritual Enlightenment

A state of gained wisdom and understanding of the universe's nature, often considered as a significant spiritual or religious pinnacle.

Naturalistic Approach

A research method in which subjects are observed in their natural environment without any manipulation by the researcher.

Teresa of Avila

A prominent Spanish mystic, Roman Catholic saint, Carmelite nun, author during the Counter Reformation, and theologian of contemplative life through mental prayer.

Paracelsus

A Swiss physician and alchemist of the early 16th century, known for founding the discipline of toxicology and advocating for the use of chemicals in medicine.