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why are theories important ANS they explain problems, help bring about change, and help explain healthy
families
what is important in picking a theory ANS picking one that aligns with you and your values
what does ACE stand for ANS adverse childhood experience
ACE examples ANS domestic violence, abuse, divorce, mental illness, incarceration, and neglect
structural theory key idea ANS interactions among family members
family dynamics (structural theory) ANS hierarchy, boundaries, and life context
how to assess a situation using structural theory ANS view a child's family dynamics and look beyond
behavioral issues that may be having in the classroom
three boundary types (structural theory) ANS rigid, balances, and diffused
rigid boundaries ANS when family members are isolated or disengaged from one another (wouldn't involve
family in the decision to move)
balanced boundaries ANS when family members are encouraged to contribute to the families well being, but
also encouraged to pursue their own individual interests (able to move and maintain a healthy relationship with
family)
diffused boundaries (enmeshment) ANS when there is little independence between family members (couldn't
make the decision of moving)
have there been any major changes in your life recently? ANS structural theory
, what kinds of riles do you uphold in your household? ANS structural theory
how do you make family decisions? ANS structural theory
what is the communication in your family like? ANS structural theory
bowen's theory ANS families are an emotional unit that shape our values, thoughts, and experiences (passed
down generations)
what two forces are balanced in bowen's theory ANS togetherness and individuality
what is the driving force of bowen's theory ANS anxiety is created when families perceive too much closeness
or distance
how can I help decrease the anxiety in this family and increase hope? ANS bowen's theory
how are the members being impacted as an individual as well as a family? ANS bowen's theory
what patterns exist in the family? ANS bowen's theory
how can I help cultivate skill in my client to maintain emotions and enhance thinking/reasoning? ANS bowen's
theory
genogram circle ANS female
venogram square ANS male
how do you help a family according to the attachment theory ANS empower them and explore trust
attachment theory ANS dysfunction occurs due to a failure to trust and find security in others