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Adult Children of Alcoholics, 2002.
A look at the issues facing the grown up children of alcoholics.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 49.95
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This paper is on the topic of adult children of alcoholics. Adult children of alcoholics have many problems in life, at work, at home, in marriage, with their own children, and in life in general.
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Teenage Children of Alcoholics, 2006.
This paper is a preliminary research proposal to study the problems of teenage children of alcoholics.
1,885 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 14 sources, APA, £ 41.95
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This paper explains that teenage children of alcoholics are more likely than regular teenagers in the same population to suffer a variety of physical, mental and emotional health problems. The author points out that similar to ill-treated victims who believe that the abuse is their fault, teenage children of alcoholics feel culpable and accountable for their parent's drinking problem. The paper states that the research design criteria are to define critical links between parental alcohol or other drug problem and teenagers maltreatment, to identify the areas of cross-training professionals in the recognition and treatment of both problems and to discover prevention services.
Table of Contents
Statement of Research Problem
Research Study on Parental Alcoholic Hereditary Issues
Alcohol as a Gateway Drug - Importance of Study
Related Studies and Their Importance
Review of Literature
Supporting Excerpts of References
Teenage Children of Alcoholics
The Alcoholic Family
Parenting Styles of Alcoholics
Effects on Teenagers
Long Range Outlook for Teenagers
Research Objectives and Expectations
Research Design Criteria
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"There is no archetypal alcoholic family. Inasmuch as, family life is inconsistent, perfidious, and unstable. There are many unspoken family rules in alcoholic households. Family roles are continually changing in reaction to the alcoholic situation in order to maintain the sense of balance necessary for survival. The home environment of alcoholic families is one of much conflict, divorce, unemployment, and poverty. There is also abuse and neglect associated with alcoholic families, as well as violent acts among siblings."
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Children Of Alcoholics, 1990.
Definition of the problem, minor and adult children, effects, characteristics and available programs for treatment.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 9 sources, £ 43.95
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"Introduction
This research examines the population subgroup defined as children of alcoholics. Included in this examination are both minor children, and adult children of alcoholics. The findings of this examination are presented in discussions (1) defining the problem, (2) considering the effects on children of alcoholics, (3) describing the characteristics of children of alcoholics, and (4) explaining the programs available to children of alcoholics.
Defining the Problem
"By far the largest group afflicted by alcoholism are the children" (Al-Anon Family Group, 1988, p. 51). In North America, it is estimated that as many as 25 million persons are "either children presently living with one or more alcoholic parents, or adults who . . . grew up in such a home" (Kokin, & Walker, 1989 ..."
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Children of Alcoholics, 2001.
Examines problems children encounter incl. Alcohol & drug abuse & mental health problems when parents are alcoholics. Treatment techniques, role of social worker.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 12 sources, £ 43.95
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" Introduction
Alcohol abuse is defined as a pattern of pathological use which impairs social or occupational functioning and lasts for at least one month. Whether alcoholism is a physical, emotional, or mental disease, remains open to debate (Leuin, 1991). It is estimated that there are over 28 million Americans who are the children of alcoholics (COAs), and that around 11 million of this population are under the age of 18. This at risk group of children are brought up in a chaotic family environment, lacking stability and emotional support (Adger, Macdonald, & Wenger, 1999, p. 1091).
Though some will overcome these and other difficulties, many grow up to face alcohol and drug abuse problems or other.."
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Children Of Alcoholics, 1988.
Psychological effects & treatment. Discusses costs of alcoholism, damage to self-worth & social skills of children, and child's roles in alcoholic household.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, £ 38.95
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"Alcoholism is a serious disease, which affects not only the alcoholic, but his family as well. The American Medical Association; the World Health Organization; the United States Department of Health, Education and Welfare; the American Psychiatric Association; and others consider alcoholism
to be a disease.
A report of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse
to the United States Congress in 1981 revealed the following:
1. Alcohol related automobile accidents cost
California residents $825 million annually.
2. Health and medical bills for alcohol related
problems cost Californians over $2 billion annually.
3. Of California's 24 million plus population more than 1.5 million have a significant drinking problem, each one (...)"
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Children of Alcoholic Families and School Counselors, 1985.
This paper discusses alcoholism and alcoholic families in the U.S., the effects of alcoholism on the children, the role and responsibility of the school counselor, the programs and resources.
6,300 words (approx. 25.2 pages), 17 sources, £ 93.95
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"This paper will establish the extent of alcoholism and alcoholic families in the U.S., the effects of alcoholism on the children, the role and responsibility of the school counselor in meeting the needs of these children and the programs and resources available to implement the much-needed help for such children.
There are over 10 million known alcoholics in the U.S. today plus 28-30 million of their children affected by this disease (Barnard, 1981 p. 3).
For these children, the drinking-problems of their parents are the central force in their lives, their feelings and their personalities. Social behaviors are affected more by this reality than any other factor."
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Adult Children of Alcoholics and Biological Risk Factors, 2002.
Reviews some of the research available regarding heredity and alcoholism.
3,400 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 11 sources, £ 86.95
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The following brief discussion will present a review of recent research into the area of heredity, biological risk factors, and alcoholism. The discussion will begin with consideration of a relatively mundane source, "The Betty Ford Center Book of Answers" (1997). This book is essentially what would be known as an FAQ on a web site. It is, however, accurate and concise. As such it provides a valuable introduction to the most widely known and accepted information concerning alcoholism.
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Adult Children of Alcoholics, 1997.
Definition, prevalence, effects (behavioral, emotional, psychological, social, interpersonal), treatment (focusing on Murray Bowen's dysfunctional family systems therapy & its limitations).
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 16 sources, £ 77.95
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" Introduction
This paper provides a general overview of the literature on adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs). Among the topics discussed are adjustment issues and treatments for the problems faced by this group. Family therapy emphasizing Bowenian theory is heavily emphasized; the review ends with a critical review of Bowenian theory as well as a delineation of some of the elements it is missing regarding treatment of the issues confronting adult children of alcoholics.
Overview
Definition and Prevalence
Adult children of alcoholics can be defined as those individuals who grew up in a household where one or both parents met the American Psychiatric Association's (DSM IV, 1994).."
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The Adult Child of an Alcoholic, 2003.
Examines the family dynamics in the case of adults who have alcoholic parents.
2,759 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 57.95
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This paper looks at the adult child of an alcoholic. It includes the family dynamics and roles each member plays in the family of the alcoholic. The paper also includes definitive personality traits which extensive research has found in most adults who grew up on homes with alcoholic parents. The paper includes a personal perspective.
Paper Outline:
Family Rules
Rigidity
Silence
Denial
Isolation
Family Roles
The Family Hero
The Scapegoat
The Lost Child
The Mascot
Characteristics of the AcoA
References
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"Denial is an unconscious rejection of an unacceptable reality. Denial plays a central role in the life of every alcoholic family. The first and most basic lie is the family's denial of the problem. For CoAs, accepting their parents' denial is the path to peace and openly rejecting it is the gravest of offenses (Deutsch, 1982). Children are taught to ignore the behavior of the alcoholic and pretend that nothing is wrong; they are taught to pretend they are 'normal'. Inside feelings rarely match what family members are feeling on the inside. Denial becomes embedded in the CoA. Denial continues on into adulthood. AcoAs denial stems from an internal preoccupation with avoiding pain. Once the real source of feelings is denied, pain becomes source less, and therefore all the more difficult to acknowledge (Cermak, 1988). For children, denial becomes extremely important."
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Alcoholism, 2004.
Research study on the subject of alcoholism within families, or what is known as parental alcoholism.
9,500 words (approx. 38.0 pages), 27 sources, APA, £ 134.95
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This study focuses on the effects and consequences alcoholic parents have on adult children. A major part of this study is a comparison and analysis made on adult children with alcoholic parents and adult children with non-alcoholic parents. The paper also includes the result of a survey conducted on college students, which provides the data used for analysis. Furthermore, to demonstrate that parental alcoholism is a problem not specific to a particular society, and that it is a problem being faced by many families worldwide, multicultural aspects of the subject are included.
From the Paper
"The effect of alcoholism is most visible in the adolescence period of a child with alcoholic parents. This is due to the fact that the period of adolescence is where the social ability of a child to interact and relate with others in a mature manner starts to develop. Also, it is the period where the viewpoint and attitude of a child towards the nature of other people and his environment starts to establish."
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Alcoholics Anonymous, 2006.
This paper describes the Alcoholics Anonymous organization.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 2 sources, £ 18.95
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The paper discusses how Alcoholics Anonymous has been an organization that has provided a beginning for many alcoholics to end their abuse of alcohol. The paper describes how across the country there are hundreds of branches where individuals can become members merely because they have a desire to stop drinking. Although each website visited may present the Alcoholics Anonymous Program in varying ways, the foundation of each program is the same.
From the Paper
"Behavioral Medicine Associates (n.d.) contends that locating an initial AA meeting that will serve the needs of the individual can be a difficult task. This is because there are a number of different types of meetings, as well as both open and closed meetings ("Your"). Open meetings refer to initial AA meetings where alcoholics, family and friends may be allowed to enter. Closed meetings are strictly for members of AA."
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Alcoholics Anonymous, 2004.
This paper discusses Alcoholics Anonymous, an organization created in 1935 by Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith for every person who is in need of help to quit drinking.
2,950 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 60.95
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This paper explains that Alcoholics Anonymous promotes the idea that alcoholism is a disease, but some professionals have issues with this concept because they argue that this premise means that a person is not responsible for their own drinking behavior. The author points out that some critics of Alcoholics Anonymous argue that group members are so involved with AA that they have substituted the group for alcohol, but the dependence usually diminishes as the alcoholic finds more self-esteem and has a longer time in sobriety. The paper reviews the now popularized element of Alcoholics Anonymous that sobriety, or any difficult task, must be faced "one day at a time".
From the Paper
"Alcoholics Anonymous was created for every person who finds him or herself in need of help to quit drinking. The premise of AA is that it should be available to everyone and that it should exclude no one. Requesting funding is strictly against the AA guidelines. One of the most important aspects of AA is that group members are asked to tell their story to other members. The feeling that you are not alone is powerful to many alcoholics. Group members share their experiences and give hope to others who can see no way out of their alcoholism. This hope feeds many group members and some who hear it, may find the strength needed to change their life (Smith, 1993). Group therapy is used for many kinds of problems that people encounter and the similarities in situations create a bond between group members."
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Alcoholics Anonymous and Its 12-Step Program, 2004.
This paper discusses Alcoholics Anonymous and its 12-Step Program and analyzes the relative value of such self-help programs and their usefulness to the nurse in planning client care.
1,860 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 35 sources, APA, £ 41.95
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This paper explains that AA has grown to be the single most influential organization in history that specializes in helping alcoholics recover from alcoholism; there are over 1 million alcoholic members in different groups in the United States and other parts of the world. The author experienced an AA meeting, which she thought was positive and hopeful because many people had been through very difficult times and needed the support and acceptance of the other people in the room. The paper concludes that learning more about AA gives, not only a deeper understanding of what works in treating addiction, but also additional insight into the inner workings of the addicted mind.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The History of Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12-Step Program
Some Reasons for Success
Some Reasons for Failure
Significant Meeting Events
Thoughts and Feelings
Incorporating the Knowledge
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"There were several significant events at the AA meeting. It is quite common knowledge that members introduce themselves, but it is another thing to see the people with the courage to stand up and say, "My name is Bud and I'm a grateful recovering alcoholic." Several people told their personal stories, which also took great courage. Later, I found they called these stories drunkalogs, and some of them were quite depressing and eye opening, like the mother who used to be so drunk when her children came home from school that they had to make their own dinner, and they were embarrassed to bring friends over to the house."
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The Denial of Liver Transplants to Alcoholics, 2007.
A discussion of whether it is ethical to deny liver transplants to alcoholics.
2,940 words (approx. 11.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 59.95
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This paper examines the criteria used to determine who may receive a liver transplant and, in particular, whether alcoholics should be allotted livers for transplant. Alcoholics tend to be given low priority status on liver transplant waiting lists or are even taken off such lists because they are considered responsible for their organ's diseased condition. The paper questions whether the denial of transplants based on this moral criteria is justified. It concludes by arguing that alcoholics should be given the same priority level as non-alcoholics on the same transplant waiting lists.
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"Deciding who should receive organs is not based solely on medical need, but also on moral criteria. Initially, patients must display a genuine medical need for a new organ, meaning that they will indeed die unless they receive a transplant. Then they are eligible to be placed on a waiting list. Patients on the list are then chosen one-by-one as organs become available (Kilner 5). However, it is most certainly always the case that the available organ could potentially be given to more than one person on the list. In this situation, a single recipient must be chosen. A team of physicians and a psychologist determine which patient will be given a new chance at life through the transplantation of a new organ ... but how exactly do they decide?"
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