Navid is a 20-year-old male of Persian descent.His parents moved to the United States when Navid was 15-years-old.He has recently come to counseling because his parents have insisted that he stop smoking pot or they will not pay for him to finish his last semester at college.His father recently stopped talking to him because he is so upset by David's choice to "throw his life away".Navid reports that he frequently hears his mother crying over his drug use.From a systemic counseling perspective,what purpose could Navid's substance use have in his family?

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As Navid's parents moved to the United States when he was a teenager, the family could be experiencing a period of acculturation, which could lead to role confusion and instability. Navid's substance use may serve to keep the family connected and roles stable during this time of change.

Navid Is a 20-Year-Old Male of Persian Descent