MFT660AG Hoarding Disorder and Families (1 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): MFT605 , MFT620  

Pre/Co-requisite MFT615  
This course provides an introduction to the topic of compulsive hoarding.  The course utilizes an ambiguous loss theoretical framework as a way to understand the impact compulsive hoarding behaviors have within family relationships. This course reviews research in the field of compulsive hoarding, and offers students an opportunity to review and report on current research in the field and how it impacts clinical work with families.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify and apply knowledge of issues common to hoarding disorder within family systems.
2. Analyze research regarding hoarding disorder.
3. Incorporate knowledge and awareness of clinical applications in working with ambiguous loss, families, and hoarding disorder.