mft-532-week-1-discussion-questions

Please include two references for each question for a total of FOUR!!

DQ 1

Addiction is complex and, as such, can be a challenge to define. Think about addiction and create two definitions of your own for addiction.One definition should focus on the problems and symptoms of the individual addict. The other should focus on problems experienced by the family system as a result of the addiction. Identify similarities and differences in the two definitions created.

DQ2

According to the Centers for Disease Control, tobacco use is the most serious substance abuse problem in the United States with nearly 30% of children 12 years old and older using tobacco. Over 50% of youth in the same age group report using alcohol. How has society influenced this and what effects will this trend likely have on the larger society?