Part II: Family History Paper

• Write a six- to eight-page (1,500-2,000-word) paper that assesses the significance of substance use disorders or mental health issues in the family represented Part I.
• The paper should reflect your understanding of the family dynamics and other issues covered in this course and should incorporate concepts and references as appropriate. Focus on key themes in your paper; do not simply repeat the historical facts that are evident in the genogram (e.g., names, family structure, and dates).
• At a minimum, include the following:
  • The family history of substance use disorders and/or mental health issues
  • Family themes or patterns that became evident through your interviews (including possible genetic influences, family dynamics, social factors, intergenerational issues)
  • Identification of points at which treatment was offered or received, or at which treatment/intervention might have had a beneficial effect, had it been offered.
  • Results/impact of treatment received
  • Significant events which may have impacted a family member’s substance use or which may have been a direct result of his/her substance use or treatment
  • Identification of substance use and mental health risk factors for family members of your generation and future generations
  • Professional assessment: Look at the information you have gathered as if you were a professional substance abuse counselor. Do you believe that there are current substance use issues that warrant intervention in the family that you have described? If so, where would you direct educational, preventive, or treatment efforts? Explain your rationale.
  • Summary – a brief synopsis of what you learned in this project and its personal significance for you.

4.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

5.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

6.You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.