Description

*Counselors requiring New York State approval must contact ACA upon completion to obtain customized CE certificate

Description:
This chapter explores some of the emotional issues likely to emerge for clients living with an individual with a Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD).

Objectives:

1. Examine emotional consequences for family and loved ones living with an individual who has a substance use disorder.
2. Examine mental health disorders and other emotional consequences commonly occurring with clients who live with a substance abuser
3. Explore case examples which illustrate common issues counselors encounter when working with clients living with substance-abusing individuals.

Author(s):

• Virginia A. Kelly
• Bhisham Kinha