Which screening tool provides clinical insight into defensiveness and willingness to acknowledge problems?

The SASSI-3 (Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory) is designed to assess the likelihood of substance use disorders while gaining insight into the individual's defensiveness and openness about their issues. This tool distinguishes between individuals who are willing to discuss their problems and those who may be defensive or in denial about their substance use. It utilizes specific questions that can reveal not just the severity of substance use but also the individual's acknowledgment of their condition, making it effective in a clinical setting for understanding a person's willingness to confront their problems. This capacity for providing insight into defensiveness is a key advantage of the SASSI-3 compared to other screening tools, as it helps clinicians tailor their approach based on the client's level of awareness and acceptance of their substance use issues.

Other tools offered in the choices have different focuses. For instance, the DAST (Drug Abuse Screening Test) primarily assesses the extent of drug abuse but does not specifically measure defensiveness. The Rapid Alcohol Problems Screen is focused on alcohol-related problems but lacks the nuanced detection of defensiveness present in the SASSI-3. The Time Line Follow Back is a method for gathering detailed information about substance use over a specific time period, but it does not provide insights into the individual’s psychological stance