Art Interventions Can Address the Dynamics of Addictive Behaviors
About 23.5 million people in the U.S. seek treatment for illicit drug or alcohol abuse, often with the assistance of a "12 Steps" program. Recently, attention has been drawn to the benefits of integrating art therapy into the traditional 12 step approach. The creative process is the perfect way to explore the subconscious and gain a deeper understanding of our personal motivations, and how we respond to the world around us.

Whether the addiction is alcohol, drugs, food, sex, love, or work, elaborate systems have developed to justify and maintain addictive behaviors—including lying and rationalizing to manipulate family, friends, employers, and self. This webinar demonstrates specific art interventions to address these dynamics of addictive behaviors and assist clients in achieving and maintaining sobriety.

Course Content

OVERVIEW OF ADDICTIONS: BEHAVIOR & TRADITIONAL TREATMENT
• How the brain is affected and controlled by drugs, alcohol, and
other stimuli
• Explanation and history of the “12 Steps” of Alcoholics
Anonymous
CASE STUDIES & INTERVENTIONS
• Description of specific interventions, including materials and
how to present the art to your clients
• Examples and photographs of real clients’ art and stories
• List of questions to facilitate communication following the art
intervention