•Discuss the impact that substance abuse can have on the dynamics and functioning of a family.

Discussion Board 3

Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment

Sun, 9/5/15

6-7 paragraphs   

 

  

Students are expected to post their responses to peers by Sunday. NOTE: All submission posting times are based on midnight Central Time.

Substance-abuse problems not only affect the user but also his or her family and relationships. Write a report that addresses the effects of substance abuse on the family and relationships of the user, covering the following issues.

• Discuss the impact that substance abuse can have on the dynamics and functioning of a family.
• What is codependence, and how might it relate to the family or relationship dynamics affected by substance abuse?
• Is there an association between substance abuse and family violence? 
• Explain the ways that family issues may need to be addressed in providing substance-abuse treatment.

Use the Internet and Library databases in your research. Be sure to cite all references.

If you use sources to support your discussion, please cite your sources.