The first step in helping someone with a
chemical dependency problem is helping them
to understand the nature of the problem. For
this reason, Arbuckle Life Solutions,Inc.
offers a six-week educational series provided
by members of our professional staff who
illustrate various aspects of the problem
and possible solutions. The topics of the
series deal with the many facets of chemical
dependency. The instruction is supplemented
by hand-outs to enhance the learning process.
Individual exit interviews are conducted upon
completion of the program, to review each
client’s response to the information provided
and answer any questions that may have arisen
as a result. The series is attended by people
from all walks of life and has special significance
for those concerned about a family member,
friend or themselves.
The program consists of the following information:
Real world vs. problem world.
•Participants are encouraged to review
choices and alternatives.
•HIV education is provided and time is allowed
for questions and answers.
Week 1 : INTRODUCTION
•
The presenter provides explanations as to the difference between substance
use, misuse, abuse,
and dependence.
•
The video, “The Disease Model”, offers insight into chemical
dependency’s progression and is followed
by discussion time.
•
Literature
is provided regarding several
approaches to the substance abuse dilemma.
• The presenter describes how our defenses help
protect us and how they may hurt us.
• Communication styles are also discussed.
WEEK
6: RECOVERY
•
The presenter
helps attendees identify areas
of recovery for themselves or someone they
love.
•
Different
approaches to different solutions are
examined with special focus on the 12-step
recovery approach.
•
Informational
materials and locally available
resources are shared.
Exit interviews are scheduled.
• The discussion is divided into four segments:
the family trap, dynamics of the family, eco-systems
model and codependency.
• Diagrams are used to illustrate how substance
abuse affects the family, and how the family
affects the substance abuser.
Following
the six-week, nine-hour educational
series, each group member will be
offered an individual session to process
new insights and re-assess their current
situation. Additional support and guidance
is provided as needed.
To learn more about the Educational
Therapy Series at Arbuckle Life Solutions,
Inc., please contact our offices, 8:30 a.m.
to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Arbuckle
Life Solutions, Inc.
Nine 10th Ave.NW
Ardmore, OK 73401
(580) 226-1656
Toll Free: 877-626-1656
FAX: (580) 223-3787
E-mail :
help@arbucklelifesolutions.com
• This session’s topics include: The big I, three
basic selves, egoism and errors in thinking.
• A model, “How Do I Change?”, is presented.
• A brief introduction to anti-social thought process
is also presented.
