Family therapy in Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare: Current practices and future possibilities
Abstract
This paper highlights the role of the family in the treatment of youth who attend Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare (OBH) programs. It discusses the history of OBH, provides a critical overview of the research on the impact of OBH programs on family functioning, and discusses the importance of increased intentional integration of family therapy into OBH settings. To show this integration, this study presents a case study that highlights the role of the family, as well as the home family therapist throughout the phase of OBH treatment. Areas for future esearch are provided as well as suggestions for the increased utilization of adventure activities with families.
Department
Social Work
Publication Date
3-1-2016
Journal Title
Contemporary Family Therapy
Publisher
Springer
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
Document Type
Article
Recommended Citation
Tucker, A.R., Widmer, M., Faddis, T., Randolph, B., & Gass, M. (2016). Family therapy in Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare: Current practices and future possibilities. Contemporary Family Therapy, 38, 32-42. doi: 10.1007/s10591-015-9370-6