Family-Based Recovery: An Innovative In-Home Substance Abuse Treatment Model for Families with Young Children

Child Welfare. 2015;94(4):161-83.

Abstract

Family-based in-home treatment can effectively meet the needs of mothers and fathers struggling with the dual challenges of substance abuse recovery and parenting infants and toddlers. This article describes one such program, Family-Based Recovery (FBR), which integrates substance abuse treatment for parents and infant mental health intervention with the goal of preventing child maltreatment and family disruption. Program design, implementation, and results are provided. Outcome data suggest that FBR is a promising model.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Child, Preschool
  • Family Health*
  • Female
  • Home Care Services*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Parents
  • Substance-Related Disorders / therapy*