Description
OVERVIEW
You will complete a research paper related to the focus of the course and course material. The
paper will be 8–10 pages (not including Title Page and References) in current APA format with
at least 10 references (5 must be from research/journal articles) and describe the foundational
philosophy behind 1 model chosen from the list below, as well as any primary techniques and the
rationale behind the techniques.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please choose from the following Therapies (Theories):
Adlerian Family Therapy
Bowenian Family Therapy
Attachment Theory
Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
Milan Systemic Family Therapy
Structural Family Therapy
Emotion-Focused Family Therapy
Other Family Therapy (must be approved by instructor)
You will conclude the paper with a discussion of the chosen approach to family systems through
the lens of Scripture. In addition to offering a theological critique, you must offer practical
biblical applications that could accompany the techniques of the selected model to reach the goal
of spiritual formation within the family system. You must also provide biblical citations with
integration and academic research and references to support your ideas and impressions.
The paper must close with an appropriate conclusion, summarizing the major observations from
the research and suggestions for additional study of the topic.
Specific Instructions Final Paper
You will submit a well-constructed research paper with academic and biblical references
following the elements expressed in the Detailed instructions above and the Instructions for
Written Assignments (APA manual).
