100943: Straight Talk from Claudia Black

About the Course:

This book is for recovering parents and addresses what they should tell their children about drugs and alcohol. Conversations with children about drug use and abuse are complex, urgent and personal. Here, with her characteristic intelligence and sensitivity, foremost author Claudia Black provides clear direction and gentle support for discussing past addiction with children. Dr. Black addresses the latest research genetics and addiction as well as practical prevention strategies for raising resilient children.

Publication Date:

September 2003 First Edition

Author

Claudia Black, Ph.D.

About the Authors:

Claudia Black, Ph.D., is a renowned author, lecturer, and trainer, internationally recognized for her pioneering and contemporary work with family systems and addictive disorders. Dr. Black is the recipient of a number of national awards and is the past chairperson of the National Association for Children of Alcoholics and presently serves on its advisory board.

Recommended For:

This course is recommended for health care professionals, especially addiction counselors, psychologists, mental health counselors, social workers, and nurses who seek knowledge about recovering parents discussing their past addiction with their children. It is appropriate for all levels of participants’ knowledge.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand Generational Vulnerability

2. Identify the necessity of making amends in early recovery

3. Identify the family roles children play in an addictive family system