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[Brief strategic family therapy: an empirically-validated intervention for reducing adolescent behavior problems]
Michael S Robbins1, Viviana E Horigian, José Szapocznik
1Center for Family Studies, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, USA. MRobbins@med.miami.edu
Praxis Der Kinderpsychologie Und Kinderpsychiatrie
|July 9, 2008
Summary
Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT) effectively treats behavioral and substance use issues in youth. Decades of research confirm its efficacy in improving family interactions and outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Family Studies
- Clinical Psychology
Context:
- Behavioral problems in children and adolescents.
- Substance use issues in youth.
- Established treatment approaches in family therapy.
Purpose:
- To summarize the empirical support and theoretical underpinnings of Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT).
- To outline the core domains of BSFT intervention.
- To highlight the refinement of BSFT for specific youth needs.
Summary:
- BSFT is an empirically-supported treatment for youth with behavior and substance use problems.
- Its efficacy has been demonstrated over three decades through rigorous clinical trials.
- The therapy is rooted in family systems theory, adapted for contemporary youth challenges.
- BSFT interventions focus on joining the family, assessment, motivation, and restructuring interactions.
Impact:
- Provides a structured, evidence-based approach for treating at-risk youth.
- Offers a refined family systems model for addressing complex adolescent issues.
- Contributes to the body of knowledge on effective psychological interventions for families.
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