Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma...

20
Men with a History of Substance Abuse and Trauma and Its Effects on the Father-Child Relationship Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September 12, 2012 Tanji L. Donald, M.Ed. PCS Consultant and Trainer [email protected]

Transcript of Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma...

Page 1: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Men with a History of Substance Abuse and Trauma and Its Effects on the Father-Child Relationship

Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference

The Driskill HotelAustin, Texas

September 12, 2012Tanji L. Donald, M.Ed. PCS

Consultant and Trainer [email protected]

Page 2: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Welcome & Introduction Ice-Breaker Overview

◦ Childhood Abuse and Neglect◦ Affects of SA & Trauma on the Father-Child

Relationship Daniel’s Story

◦ Processing Grief & Loss Strategies and Interventions Resources

Workshop Agenda

Page 3: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

A man who is participating fully in all aspects of their children’s lives emotionally, physically and financially.

Fatherhood is defined by one’s expectations, personal beliefs, culture, and value system.

Fatherhood Definition

Page 4: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Family History

Abuse

Emotional

Physical

Mental

Sexual

Neglect

Origins of Male Trauma History

Page 5: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Factors Related to Men with Childhood Neglect & Abuse History

• Lowered Self-Worth

Depression

• Dysfunctional Family Environments

PTSD Symptoms • Legal

Troubles

Incarceration

Page 6: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Separation and Reunification Instability Relapse Unresolved feelings and emotions Limited opportunities to re-establish

father-child connections Loss of contact with child’s mom

Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship

Page 7: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Lack of Knowledge Self-Care Skills Effective Discipline Practices Children’s Developmental Tasks Needs of Children

Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship

Page 8: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Lack of Knowledge Problem Solving Skills Conflict Resolution Skills Social & Emotional Development Establishing, Implementing &

Maintaining Routines

Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship

Page 9: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Emotional Disconnection Between Parent & Child Caused by:

Undeveloped Relationships Isolation Emotional Effects of Use & Withdrawal

from Substances Difficulty Maintaining Trust

Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship

Page 10: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Impulsive Behavior Lack of Internalized Image of Right

and Wrong Frequently Seen as “Acting Out” Unhealthy, Maladaptive Roles in

Family Unhealthy coping strategies

Possible Impacts of Substance Use Disorders on a Child’s Behaviors

Page 11: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Numbing – Don’t Feel Poor Self-Regulation Skills Difficulty to Calm and Self-Soothe Shame and Guilt Un-Grieved losses Boys – Speech, Behavior, Conduct

Disorders

(Reference – Brown University Newsletter)

Possible Impacts of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on a Child’s Emotional Development

Page 12: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Factors Affecting Fathers Involvement with their Children

Maternal Facilitation

Father’s Psychological Characteristics

Gender Role Attitudes

Page 13: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Daniel’s Story

______, Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the

courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

Page 14: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Anger

Bargaining

Depression

Denial

TimeAcceptance/Adjustment

Healthy Grieving Process

Page 15: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Authenticity is the freedom and ability to live within a relationship at a high level of exposure and vulnerability

Mutuality means that energy and interest flow back and forth between two people and is characterized by a dynamic, interactive sensitivity and responsiveness

Empathy is the process by which disclosure and sharing on oneself leads to a heightened sense of self and understanding others.

Principles of Relational Development

J.B. Miller

Page 16: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Structure & Consistency Empathic & Nurturing Responses Personal Growth Coping Skills Re-parent Opportunities to Enhance Self-Esteem Allow Mistakes Praise/Acknowledgement Creativity & Fun

Nurture the Child

Page 17: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Fathers Need Opportunities to Acknowledge the Impact of Substance Abuse and Trauma on Their Family

Support in Developing a Positive Self-Image as a Parent

Step-by-Step Instructions An Opportunity to Grieve

Intervention Strategies

Page 18: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Fathers Need To be Included in Family Assessments

that Incorporate their Strengths & Competencies as well as their Parenting Issues

Father Focused Age Appropriate Activities

Parenting Education and Support Programs

Intervention Strategies

Page 19: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Handouts Websites www.helpguide.org/child abuse

physical emotional sexual neglect.htm www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov www.ct.gov/dph/lib/dph/hisr/pdf/buildi

ng_healthy_relationships.pdf Access to free materials –

www.fatherhoodproject.org www.ACF/healthymarriage.gov

Resources

Page 20: Strengthening Connections between parents and children affected by substance abuse, HIV, and trauma Conference The Driskill Hotel Austin, Texas September.

Connections