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SMR Family Program

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Edward Farni
Category:
Family
family therapy

This course offers valuable information and tools for individuals who have loved ones struggling with addiction. By understanding addiction, its causes, symptoms, and stages, readers can better support their loved ones in their recovery journey. The course also provides insights into effective treatment options, communication skills, coping strategies, enabling and codependency, relapse prevention, legal and financial issues, and community resources. By completing this course, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of addiction and develop the necessary skills and resources to support their loved ones through the recovery process. Overall, this course can help readers improve their communication and coping skills, maintain healthy boundaries, and better support their loved ones in their journey to long-term recovery.

Understanding Addiction

1
Overview of addiction: what it is and how it develops
2
The difference between addiction and substance abuse
3
Common Misconceptions & Myths About Addiction
4
Signs and symptoms of addiction
5
Risk factors and causes of addiction
6
Stages of addiction and how it progresses
7
How addiction affects the brain and behavior
8
The impact of addiction on the family
9
Lesson Key Points

Effective Treatment Options

1
Overview of the different types of treatment options available
2
The pros and cons of each type of treatment
3
How to choose the right treatment program for your loved one
4
The role of medication-assisted treatment in addiction treatment
5
The importance of therapy and counseling in addiction recovery
6
Alternative and complementary treatments
7
How to find and access treatment resources

Communication Skills

1
The importance of open and honest communication
2
Strategies for talking to your loved one about their addiction
3
How to express support and encouragement without enabling
4
The role of active listening in effective communication
5
How to set boundaries and expectations
6
Dealing with conflict and difficult conversations
7
How to communicate effectively with other family members and support systems

Coping Strategies

1
The emotional toll of having a loved one who is struggling with addiction
2
Self-care strategies for managing stress and emotions
3
How to find and access support systems
4
Coping with guilt and shame
5
How to manage financial and legal issues that may arise
6
Strategies for maintaining a positive outlook

Enabling and Codependency

1
The impact of enabling and codependency on addiction recovery
2
Common enabling behaviors and how to avoid them
3
How to set healthy boundaries
4
The role of therapy and counseling in addressing codependency
5
How to recognize and deal with enablers outside the family
6
How to encourage and support healthy behavior change in your loved one

Relapse Prevention

1
The risk of relapse and how to prevent it
2
Identifying triggers and high-risk situations
3
Strategies for coping with cravings and urges
4
The importance of self-care and stress management
5
How to support your loved one in maintaining their sobriety
6
The role of therapy and counseling in relapse prevention

Legal and Financial Issues

1
Common legal and financial issues that may arise in addiction recovery
2
How to navigate insurance coverage for treatment
3
How to deal with criminal charges related to addiction
4
Financial planning and management strategies
5
Finding and accessing legal and financial resources
6
How to maintain privacy and confidentiality

Community Resources

1
Overview of community resources for addiction recovery
2
Support groups and peer networks
3
Local treatment programs and services
4
How to find and access community resources
5
The role of community resources in long-term recovery
6
How to connect with and build relationships with other families impacted by addiction

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