Degree Name
MA (Master of Arts)
Program
Reading
Date of Award
8-2011
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Joseph D. Sobol
Committee Members
J. Graham Disque, Delanna Kay Reed
Abstract
This qualitative study examined the viability of traditional stories in substance abuse treatment. The subjects for this study were young women ages 18-30 who were in substance abuse treatment in a small, rural, health department. During the 4-week study, 4 traditional stories were used in group sessions that gave the women a common reference point and a common language to frame discussions. Using story in the IOP sessions helped to create a safe, supportive environment as well as creating an opening for discussions about trauma and abuse, and other significant issues. Principles of 12 Step Recovery were woven into the discussion to help the participants deal with and reframe their experiences.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Ohlsson, Claiborne Beth, "Traditional Story as a Tool in Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment." (2011). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 1326. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/1326
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.