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There are 2 dimensions to the family.
Cohesion - can lead to feelings of suffocation and limiting individuality of the members
Adaptability - how flexible the family unit is. |
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| What are the 4 functions of families? |
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Definition
Emotion Mgt.
World View
Structure and Org
Problem Solving. |
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| 3 ways that emotions are managed within families |
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Definition
Aversive - hostility
Avoidance
Conflict Resolution - positive and effective approach |
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Definition
Coherence - optimistic, events not controlled by chance
Life Engagement-
Religion - both formal and informal religiousness within the family |
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Definition
| The question is not really how the problem gets resolved, but rather if it is resolved. |
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| What are the 4 family Styles? |
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Definition
Balanced
Traditional - more cohesive than balanced families
Disconnected - individuals often attach themselves to other families for support
Emotionally strained - |
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| Characteristics of emotionally strained families |
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Definition
| Have poor conflict resolution, unresolved tension and hostility, might be a cohesive family, but they are unable to properly manage emotions. |
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| Best type of family organization? |
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Definition
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| What is the main determinant of the cohesiveness of a family? |
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Definition
| The health and strength of the parent's relationship. |
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