At the end of this course, the students; 1) Define the family functioning, systems that make family and effects of culture on family. 2) Explain different family therapy approaches and their main assumptions. 3) Distinguish the similarities and differences between different family therapy approaches. 4) Interpret how family therapies are utilized in different problems. 5) Be informed about psychotherapy process in general.
MODE OF DELIVERY
Face to face
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
None
COURSE DEFINITION
The main aim of this course is to inform students about theories and models of family therapy. Students are expected to acquire knowledge of family functioning, systems that make family and effects of culture on family. The topics that will be covered through the course as follows: Fundamental theories of family therapy, systemic models, psychodynamic models, intergenerational models, experiential models, strategic models, cognitive-behavioral models, effects of gender and culture on family functioning, children focused problems, adult focused problems.
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
Introduction to Family Therapies
2nd Week
History and Development of Family Therapies
3rd Week
Family Development: Continuity and Change
4th Week
Systemic Models
5th Week
Psychodynamic Models
6th Week
Intergenerational Models
7th Week
Experiential Models
8th Week
Mid-Term Exam
9th Week
Strategic Models
10th Week
Cognitive-Behavioral Models
11th Week
Effects of Gender and Culture on Family Functioning
12th Week
Children Focused Problems
13th Week
Adult Focused Problems
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
Primary Textbook: Goldenberg, H., & Goldenberg, I. (2008). Family therapy: An overview (7th ed.). CA: Thomson.
Suggested Textbook: Nichols, M. P. (2009). Family therapy: Concepts and methods (9th ed.). NY: Pearson.
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Lecture,Questions/Answers,Practice,Project,Other
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Mid-term
2
40
Practice
5
10
Project
1
20
Total(%)
70
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
70
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
30
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
2
1
2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
14
3
42
Preparation for Final exam
1
20
20
Course hours
14
3
42
Preparation for Midterm exam
2
15
30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
1
1
1
Homework
Project
1
15
15
Performance Practice
5
6
30
Total Workload
182
Total Workload / 30
6,06
ECTS Credits of the Course
6
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
English
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
