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Two approaches to family therapy with alcoholics: problem-solving and systemic therapy
Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment
|January 1, 1985
Summary
This study explores two family therapy methods for treating alcoholism. Problem-solving therapy targets drinking directly, while the Milan approach modifies family systems to help the drinker.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Family Studies
- Addiction Research
Background:
- Alcoholism frequently occurs within functional family units.
- Family therapy is a recognized approach for treating alcohol use disorder.
Observation:
- Two distinct family therapy models were compared for their efficacy in treating individuals with alcohol use disorder and their families.
- These models include problem-solving therapy and the Milan systemic approach.
Findings:
- Problem-solving therapy directly addresses alcohol consumption, involving family members in the modification process.
- The Milan systemic approach focuses on altering the broader family system dynamics to influence the individual with alcohol use disorder.
Implications:
- Family-centered interventions can be tailored to address specific aspects of alcohol use disorder.
- Understanding different therapeutic mechanisms (direct vs. systemic) offers varied strategies for clinical application.
- Further research can elucidate the comparative effectiveness of these family therapy models in diverse populations.