CYAF 380 Midterm Study Guide Questions And Answers
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Content focuses on.. ANS the problem or behavior
Why is the hierarchy of a family important to consider? ANS It shows how a family interacts, decision-making
process, power balance of the family
What is homeostasis? ANS The consistent patterns which happen in a family; tendency to resist change.
What goes into how we develop a theory to help families? ANS Philosophy of individuals & family interactions,
How do families change?, Family functioning
Which common factor influences change the most between a professional and client? ANS Client extra-
therapeutic factors
What is your philosophy of individuals? Of family? Or of how families function/experience dysfunction? ANS
Individuals are good before their environment changes them. Families should work together to solve problems and
grow. If the members of the family are thinking too individually, they get in each others' way.
What are the major concepts of structural theory? ANS Boundaries, Hierarchy, Subsystems
According to Salvador Minuchin, problems should not be discussed to restore healthy functioning. ANS False
Structural theory seeks to identify cognitive distortions in a family. ANS False
Which of the following is not one of the different types of boundaries? ANS Flexible
In structural theory, which describes how families change over the process of time? ANS Accommodation
According to structural theory, problems are most likely to occur during...? ANS Changing circumstances
, A child yells at their parent, saying they are the boss and they don't have to go to bed early like the parent asked.
This is a good example of hierarchy issues in a family according to structural theory. ANS True
Theory is a rigid set of structures that prescribes, step by step, what and how you should function as a helper.
ANS False
In the Incredibles 2 clip, which best describes the struggle for control/power during the argument with the family?
ANS Violet & Dash want more control, but ultimately Bob and Helen show they do have the most authority
(even if they don't necessarily see eye-to-eye).
In order to restore healthy functioning in the family, it is important to...? ANS Collaborate and communicate
with the family to identify strengths.
Quiz Three stuff ANS
What type of attachment would show a person being overly jealous or clingy to another person in a relationship?
ANS Anxious
According to this module, which attachment is healthiest? ANS Secure
Attachment theory is the same as structural theory. ANS False
Taylor grew up in an emotionally abusive household; both of her parents suffered from post-traumatic stress
disorder. As she has gotten older, Taylor has a history of tumultuous relationships, unable to sustain them for long
or find deep connection with her partners. In her most recent relationship, she got into a huge fight with her
partner about seeing them at a coffee shop with another person. Rather than communicate why this triggered her
and getting an explanation, she immediately breaks up with them so she doesn't get hurt or need to confront her
true feelings in the relationship (even though she truly loves her partner). Considering her childhood and current
relationship history, which type of attachment does she display? ANS Disorganized
Insecurely attached children are more likely to experience mental problems later in life than are securely attached
children. ANS True
Because attachment theory deals only with the parent-child relationship, family functioning is unaffected by
attachment. ANS False
With Verified Quizzes
Content focuses on.. ANS the problem or behavior
Why is the hierarchy of a family important to consider? ANS It shows how a family interacts, decision-making
process, power balance of the family
What is homeostasis? ANS The consistent patterns which happen in a family; tendency to resist change.
What goes into how we develop a theory to help families? ANS Philosophy of individuals & family interactions,
How do families change?, Family functioning
Which common factor influences change the most between a professional and client? ANS Client extra-
therapeutic factors
What is your philosophy of individuals? Of family? Or of how families function/experience dysfunction? ANS
Individuals are good before their environment changes them. Families should work together to solve problems and
grow. If the members of the family are thinking too individually, they get in each others' way.
What are the major concepts of structural theory? ANS Boundaries, Hierarchy, Subsystems
According to Salvador Minuchin, problems should not be discussed to restore healthy functioning. ANS False
Structural theory seeks to identify cognitive distortions in a family. ANS False
Which of the following is not one of the different types of boundaries? ANS Flexible
In structural theory, which describes how families change over the process of time? ANS Accommodation
According to structural theory, problems are most likely to occur during...? ANS Changing circumstances
, A child yells at their parent, saying they are the boss and they don't have to go to bed early like the parent asked.
This is a good example of hierarchy issues in a family according to structural theory. ANS True
Theory is a rigid set of structures that prescribes, step by step, what and how you should function as a helper.
ANS False
In the Incredibles 2 clip, which best describes the struggle for control/power during the argument with the family?
ANS Violet & Dash want more control, but ultimately Bob and Helen show they do have the most authority
(even if they don't necessarily see eye-to-eye).
In order to restore healthy functioning in the family, it is important to...? ANS Collaborate and communicate
with the family to identify strengths.
Quiz Three stuff ANS
What type of attachment would show a person being overly jealous or clingy to another person in a relationship?
ANS Anxious
According to this module, which attachment is healthiest? ANS Secure
Attachment theory is the same as structural theory. ANS False
Taylor grew up in an emotionally abusive household; both of her parents suffered from post-traumatic stress
disorder. As she has gotten older, Taylor has a history of tumultuous relationships, unable to sustain them for long
or find deep connection with her partners. In her most recent relationship, she got into a huge fight with her
partner about seeing them at a coffee shop with another person. Rather than communicate why this triggered her
and getting an explanation, she immediately breaks up with them so she doesn't get hurt or need to confront her
true feelings in the relationship (even though she truly loves her partner). Considering her childhood and current
relationship history, which type of attachment does she display? ANS Disorganized
Insecurely attached children are more likely to experience mental problems later in life than are securely attached
children. ANS True
Because attachment theory deals only with the parent-child relationship, family functioning is unaffected by
attachment. ANS False
