FCL 334 - Family Problems and Mediation

Description:
Problems arising out of the interaction of family members. Mediation techniques, family policy, and theories and ethics in studying families. FCL 334 and FCL 554 are equivalent courses; students may not receive credit for both. Formerly FS 334, students may not receive credit for both.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify contemporary stressors and family problems.
Articulate the distinction between normative and non-normative events in family life.
Demonstrate an understanding of concepts, selected theories, and research concerning family stress, coping, and social support.
Apply the ABC-X model of family stress to normative and non-normative stressor events.
Demonstrate a basic understanding of the strategies families use when adapting to crisis situations.
Match intervention strategies with the nature of the crisis event, family dynamics, family strengths, and current family circumstances.

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