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Family Relationships

Family Relationships. What Is a Family?. The basic unit of society. Includes two or more people brought together by blood, marriage, adoption, or a desire for mutual support. Types of Families. Couple A husband and a wife who do not have children. Nuclear Family

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Family Relationships

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  1. Family Relationships

  2. What Is a Family? • The basic unit of society. • Includes two or more people brought together by blood, marriage, adoption, or a desire for mutual support.

  3. Types of Families • Couple • A husband and a wife who do not have children. • Nuclear Family • Two parents and one or more children. • Extended Family • A nuclear family plus other relatives such as grandparents.

  4. Types of Families - Continued • Single-Parent Family • One parent and one or more children. • Blended Family • Two people, one or both with children from previous marriages. • Foster Family • Adults caring for one or more children born to different parents.

  5. Types of Families - Continued • Adoptive Family • A couple plus one or more adopted children. • Joint-Custody Family • Two parents living apart, sharing custody of their children. • Single-Custody Family • Two parents living apart and one or more children living with only one parent.

  6. The Good and The Bad Building Strong Families Family Changes Moving Illness Separation/Divorce Death in family Job promotion/Job loss • Nurture • Provide atmosphere of warmth and security • Celebrate successes • Spend time together • Support one another

  7. Serious Family Problems • Abuse • A pattern of mistreatment of another person. • Physical Abuse • Involves the use of physical force. • Sexual Abuse • Any mistreatment of a child or adult involving sexual activity. • Neglect • The failure of parents to provide their children with basic physical and emotional care and protection.

  8. Where To Get Help • A Trusted Adult • Social Workers • Hot Lines • School Personnel

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