30-minute workshop (0.5 CEUs for Social Workers and Addiction Counselors)

Abstract

This workshop advances the clinical strategies of participants working with families or individuals who are seeking assistance with family related substance use concerns, by offering specific ways to approach the family with compassion, understanding and concrete tools/strategies to increase the family member’s efficacy, strength and resources. It serves as an opportunity to gain skills, techniques and interventions to effectively intervene with families and individuals who are impacted by substance use disorders. This training will provide an in-depth view of substance use disorders, using family systems theory as well as hands on experiences, and professional dialogue to explore the challenges of working with families impacted by substance use. This workshop is appropriate for all levels of clinical practice.

Learning Objectives

1. Participants will learn a family systems approach to treating addiction and the consequences of substance use disorders in the family system, as well as the separate impact of addiction on individual family members. 
2. Participants will be able to identify 3 ways substance use related factors contribute to family disconnection, division and discord and affect family cohesion. 
3. Participants will learn current best clinical practices and recovery strategies, including effective treatment modalities, and MAT options to effectively assist and support family members who are struggling with addiction in their family system. 
4. Participants will be able to discuss 3 strategies and resources to help family members re-direct their approach to their family member’s substance use, such as how to: Set realistic boundaries while retaining connection with loved one Unite efforts to support their loved one, and manage partner differences regarding “what to do” Focus on the solution, not the problem Recognize possible secondary gains that may be impacting their lives Regain personal control and strength in their own lives Use the power of family stories to regain resiliency Evaluate and engage with supportive resources and support groups

Participants will participate in interactive opportunities to practice techniques discussed, to enhance their skills, and will practice therapeutic strategies to use in working with clients. Participants will be able to demonstrate 3 interventions to help families approach their loves one that at are effective, and 3 that are not effective.   Participants also will learn the referral process, and evaluating resources and programs to assist struggling families.   It will serve to expand and strengthen their confidence to work effectively with these complex issues.

What is an Academic Symposium?

The Academic Symposium is an opportunity for Anna Maria College students and faculty to proudly display and discuss their recent scholarly work, including research projects, creative writing, artwork, and more! 

What to expect:

Poster and oral presentations from students, faculty and recently published authors who will be displaying and discussing their recent and relevant research and hard work.

A comprehensive overview of intimate partner violence (IPV), its patterns, research findings, and strategies for breaking the cycle of violence. It highlights the widespread impact of IPV on individuals and society, particularly its effects on women, children, and elderly populations.  

1. Introduction:
   • The presentation opens with an introduction to IPV and references research from the Journal of Interpersonal Violence, showcasing studies that examine the causes, effects, and prevention of interpersonal violence.
2. Research on IPV:
   • Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes the global impact of violence, particularly IPV. The presentation notes the prevalence of underreporting and the lack of reliable data, making it challenging to design effective prevention efforts.
   • Highlights statistics, such as 1 in 3 women experiencing physical or sexual violence from an intimate partner in their lifetime.
3. Patterns of IPV:
   • The presentation discusses patterns of abuse, including the "Wheel of Violence," which illustrates how power and control dynamics manifest through tactics like coercion, threats, emotional and economic abuse, and isolation.
   • Common factors keeping the cycle of violence in motion are love, fear, and hope.
4. Breaking the Cycle:
   • This section covers strategies for breaking the cycle of IPV, including the development of a Personalized Safety Plan and fostering a nonviolent, equal relationship dynamic as illustrated by the "Wheel of Nonviolence."
   • Discussion on the Relationship Bill of Rights which empowers individuals to set boundaries and foster respectful, non-threatening relationships.
5. Support Resources:
   • Includes hotline numbers such as the National Domestic Violence Hotline and Teen Dating Abuse Helpline.
   • Recommendations for books and films that address IPV, such as "Why Does He Do That?" by Lundy Bancroft and relevant documentaries.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the various forms of intimate partner violence – including emotional, physical, psychological, and sexual abuse – and the patterns that sustain cycles of violence.
2. Identify the key risk factors and consequences of intimate partner violence, both for victims and society, with a focus on health, economic, and psychological impacts.
3. Develop strategies for prevention and support by recognizing available resources, creating safety plans, and promoting nonviolent, equitable relationships.
4. Analyze the societal and cultural influences that contribute to the perpetuation of intimate partner violence, including gender norms, systemic barriers, and media representation, to foster informed advocacy and policy change.

Trigger Warning: Intimate Partner Violence
This course will cover sensitive topics related to domestic violence, including emotional, physical, and psychological abuse. The content may be distressing or triggering for some participants.  We encourage self-care and suggest stepping away if you find the material overwhelming. Please reach out to support resources if needed.