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Neoliberalism is a world view that supports economic liberalization, or freedom from government intervention, as the best way to maximize the effect of trade, or economic efficiency. Liberalism was the most influential economic theory until the Great Depression in the 1930s, when Keynesian economics was introduced and quickly became influential. Keynesian economics also supports the notion that private markets maximize economic efficiency; however, it acknowledges the role of public sector interventions when private sector decisions result in inefficient macroeconomic outcomes. Keynesian economics was very influential from the 1930s until the 1970s; the manifestations may be seen in increased government intervention …

A code of ethics are central to professional social work practice, setting standards by which social workers seek guidance and direction with their work.  Such codes guide ethical decision making and educate professionals about their ethical behavior and challenges and, to some extent, standards of practice.  Practice with substance use disorders, however, encompasses several unique factors that warrant elucidation and discussion. With a focus on the substance use disorder treatment system, this chapter will focus on the various macro, mezzo, and micro level issues that present situations in which ethical principles conflict.  The goal is not to identify “correct” ethical …