MFT 8331 American Families in Crisis
This course will focus on how family structure, interpersonal family dynamics and family functioning are impacted by various crises that can occur over the course of a family's lifecycle. It will cover a variety of issues including death/ loss, chemical dependency, domestic violence, divorce and abuse/neglect. Systemic theoretical models and core principles of family therapy will be discussed. Students will also examine various conflict management interventions.