Substance Abuse Family Therapy

These flashcards cover key concepts from the lecture on substance abuse and family therapy, designed to help students understand the material better.

What is family therapy in the context of substance abuse treatment?

Family therapy is a collection of therapeutic approaches that emphasize family-level assessment and intervention to address substance abuse.

What are the two main purposes of family therapy in substance abuse treatment?

1) To use the family’s strengths and resources to help live without substances of abuse. 2) To ameliorate the impact of chemical dependency on the identified patient and family.

What are some historical models of family therapy mentioned in the lecture notes?

Marriage and family therapy, strategic family therapy, structural family therapy, cognitive–behavioral family therapy, couple’s therapy, and solution-focused family therapy.

What are the four predominant family therapy models used for substance abuse treatment?

1) Family disease model, 2) Family systems model, 3) Cognitive-behavioral approach, 4) Multidimensional family therapy.

What factors account for the effectiveness of family therapy in substance abuse treatment?

Factors include acceptance from the therapist, improved communication, organizing family structure, and enhancing accountability and impetus for change.

Why should family therapy be integrated into standard substance abuse treatment?

Integrating family therapy can help families become aware of their own needs, provide genuine healing, and shift power dynamics within the family.

What is the role of cultural considerations in family therapy and substance abuse treatment?

Cultural background can affect attitudes towards family behavior, substance use, and treatment methods, making cultural competence critical for effective therapy.

What warning signs indicate when family therapy might be inadvisable?

Signs such as violence, child abuse, or severe anger issues can indicate situations where family therapy may be dangerous or inappropriate.

What is the genogram, and how is it used in family therapy?

The genogram is a pictorial chart representing family relationships and history, helping therapists understand family dynamics and patterns.

What are the levels of counselor involvement with families of clients who abuse substances?

1) Little or no involvement, 2) Psychoeducation and advice, 3) Emotional support for family members, 4) Providing family therapy.