Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: DAAC-2307- Section: 50
Addicted Family Intervention
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Instructor Information
Instructor Kimberly Arrington
E-mailarringtonkd@lamarpa.edu
Phone4099846356
Office
Location:Educational I - Room: 113
Hours:On Campus Hours in Person: Monday 1:00-5:00 , Th 1:00-6. Virtual Hours Friday 9:00-12:00; Other hours as needed
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Course Information
Description Examination of family systems focusing on the effects of addiction and recovery
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes Course Learning Outcomes
1.    Discuss and explain the family as a dynamic system
2.    Discuss and explain the effects of addiction of the dynamics of a family system
3.    Describe and differentiate between various family treatment processes and their applicability to traditional and nontraditional family systems
4.    Discuss the impact of mood altering substances and behaviors as they relate to the
5.    family from a multicultural and transgenerational perspective
6.    Discuss the role of the family in the addictive and recovery process
Student Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course students will:
1.    Understand the theoretical foundations of family therapy.
2.    Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts of family dynamics in relation to addiction.
3.    Recognize patterns of behavior and characteristics in addicted families.
4.    Demonstrate effective use of techniques in family counseling.
5.    Describe the family recovery process
Core Objectives Core Objectives:
1.    Communication skills:
Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
2.    Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
3.     Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific concepts.
4.    Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.
5.    Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.


Program Student Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes (PSLO’s)
•    Demonstrates effective, ethical, multicultural care for a diverse group of individuals within the scope of practice of a professional counselor in the field of behavioral addictions and substance use disorders.

o    Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the basics of counseling principles, theories and skills to include crisis management.
o    Demonstrate knowledge of the various models and theories of behavioral addictions and substance use disorders and other problems related to addiction.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Required Texts
Title: Families and Addiction
Authors : Brown
ISBN 978-1495371-47-9
Lecture Topics
Outline
This course is going to be a combination of reading material, power points presentations, videos and lectures. You will have a presentation and be asked to attend a 12 step support group as part of your grade. This is a 3 hour course, and as such it is highly recommended that you set aside 3 hours weekly for this course in order to stay on task and do well. The information builds on the foundations of chapter 1 & 2 and each week the new material will assume you have a basic understanding of the previous week.


Addiction and Family
Family Counseling Models
Codependency
Families & Addiction
12 step groups and Information
Family Genograms and how to Use them in Family Counseling
Family Counseling Techniques
Family counseling sessions
Creating a team & Interventions
Leading a Family Education Group
Major Assignments
Schedule
None
Final Exam Date December 1, 2021 - 5:30 PM   Through  December 1, 2021 - 7:30 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
Grading and Evaluation
Final Grade Determinations:
Total of 1000 points will be available
Support group Meeting        100 points
Case Analysis                150 points
Family Education Group Presentation 200 Points
Family Genogram             100 Points
Tests                    150 Points
Discussion Board assignments    200 Points
Participation & Attendance:        100 points
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Contacting Instructor:
Preferred method of contact: I am available most efficiently through Email at all times during the day. You may text me if absolutely necessary, otherwise, please email. ALL COURSE BUSINESS WILL BE CONDUCTED THROUGH EMAIL. I will not discuss grades, deadlines or assignments via text.
Attendance Policy Attendance Policy
Research has shown a strong positive relationship between attendance, participation and college success. I strongly suggest regular participation in this course, both mental and physical. 1. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent.
2. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor prior to any absence.
3. Excused absences include hospitalization of you or an immediate family member, participation in a college event, or a religious holy day. Prior notification to me for pending absences due to college events or religious holy days is required. Documentation of hospitalization is required.

Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other CONFIDENTIALITY/Content Advisory: It is expected that this class will contain information that at times will be of a personal nature to many students. These classes prepare you for a career in counseling. Some class discussions will deal with difficult and sensitive topics around drug use, alcohol use, consequences of that use and other matters. The topics often lead to personal information being shared in the classroom or online in discussion boards. Privileged information that is shared may under NO CIRCUMSTANCES be repeated or shared outside the classroom. I will be available to any student who wishes to discuss private matters regarding material in class/ If you feel you need professional counseling services, the College has a counseling center available to students, or I can furnish a referral for you.

The student is ultimately responsible for his/her own learning and professional growth, what you put into it is what you will get out of it! It is your responsibility to conduct a realistic self-appraisal of what you personally need to master and how you can best attain it. Challenge yourself to grow as an individual and a professional.

HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
E-mail:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.