Unit 3-02: Dealing with Emotions and Stress – of the Family

Purpose:
This webinar introduces participants to the emotional concerns of family members of Problem Gamblers, and the ways in which these concerns present. With the aid of a sample case study, attendees will learn stress management tools which patients can use to cope with common feelings and problems.

Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, the participant will be able to:

• To understand what the Family member experiences
• To help client’s identify and deal with feelings
• To practice assessing and treating the case of Dan and Sarah
• To review common family characteristics
• To help family members deal with stress and learn to be mindful and relax

Unit Outline:

• Review Unit 3.1: Safety, Financial Management and Treatment Overview
• Case Study: Dan and Sarah
• Common Presenting Problems
• Characteristics
• Emotions
• Reactions of Families
• Managing Stress and Making Decisions
• Mindfulness Relaxation
• Review case of Dan and Sarah