Exam 15: Working With Substance-Related Disorders, Domestic Violence, and Child Abuse

The worst form of domestic violence is

One of the conditions necessary before selecting conjoint couples therapy is

A spouse or other family member on whom the abuser is most dependent and who allows the problem to continue and become worse is called a(n):

Treatment of child abuse and neglect is complex and involves _____ issues.

While many systemic therapy approaches work well in substance abuse situations, one approach is very cost effective and has a high success rate. This approach is:

Almost 60% of the world's production of illegal drugs as well as a substantial percentage of legal alcohol products are consumed in the US

An approach to treating domestic violence that is based on the ethical context of domestic violence in intimate relationships is called

Substance abuse related disorders are considered to be family based.

There is a well-documented association between _____ and battering.

When families protect the abuser from the consequences of his or her actions and minimize the seriousness of the substance abuser's actions, this is called _____.

Most families with substance abusing members are seen in family therapy.

Before treatment for child abuse or neglect can begin, historical issues from childhood and current adult behaviors associated with the history must be addressed.

In child abuse cases, motivation for change is highest _____ an abusive act.

The modern method of using concerned significant others in substance abuse treatment is to:

Child sexual abuse is significantly underreported, especially for boys.

Approximately half of all married couples experience physical aggression.