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

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

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

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  1. 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 tanjineal@yahoo.com

  2. Workshop Agenda • 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

  3. Fatherhood Definition • 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.

  4. Origins of Male Trauma History

  5. Factors Related to Men with Childhood Neglect & Abuse History

  6. Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship Separation and Reunification • Instability • Relapse • Unresolved feelings and emotions • Limited opportunities to re-establish father-child connections • Loss of contact with child’s mom

  7. Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship Lack of Knowledge • Self-Care Skills • Effective Discipline Practices • Children’s Developmental Tasks • Needs of Children

  8. Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship Lack of Knowledge • Problem Solving Skills • Conflict Resolution Skills • Social & Emotional Development • Establishing, Implementing & Maintaining Routines

  9. Impact of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on the Father-Child Relationship Emotional Disconnection Between Parent & Child Caused by: • Undeveloped Relationships • Isolation • Emotional Effects of Use & Withdrawal from Substances • Difficulty Maintaining Trust

  10. Possible Impacts of Substance Use Disorders on a Child’s Behaviors • Impulsive Behavior • Lack of Internalized Image of Right and Wrong • Frequently Seen as “Acting Out” • Unhealthy, Maladaptive Roles in Family • Unhealthy coping strategies

  11. Possible Impacts of Substance Use Disorders & Trauma on a Child’s Emotional Development • 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)

  12. Factors Affecting Fathers Involvement with their Children

  13. 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.

  14. Healthy Grieving Process

  15. Principles of Relational Development • 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. J.B. Miller

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

  17. Intervention Strategies 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

  18. Intervention Strategies 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

  19. Resources • Handouts • Websites • www.helpguide.org/child abuse physical emotional sexual neglect.htm • www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov • www.ct.gov/dph/lib/dph/hisr/pdf/building_healthy_relationships.pdf • Access to free materials – www.fatherhoodproject.org • www.ACF/healthymarriage.gov

  20. Connections

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