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How can systems concepts be applied to families?

GOALS ~To examine systems theory as it applies to family work ~To identify aspects involved in family assessment ~To articulate interventions with families ~To identify different family structures. How can systems concepts be applied to families?. A review list of terms

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How can systems concepts be applied to families?

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  1. GOALS~To examine systems theory as it applies to family work~To identify aspects involved in family assessment~To articulate interventions with families~To identify different family structures

  2. How can systems concepts be applied to families? • A review list of terms System Input/Output Boundaries Feedback Subsystem Interface Homeostasis Differentiation Roles Entropy Relationships Equifinality

  3. What is involved in family assessment? • Communication & its avenues • Boundaries and subsystems • Family norms • Family roles • Balance of power • Life cycle adjustments • Intergenerational aspects • Family’s access to resources

  4. What are some family interventions? • Focusing on problem areas in systems assessment • Reframing • Problem solving • Parenting • Support & resources • Role playing • Family sculpting • Videotaping • Homework & bibliotherapy

  5. What are some different family structures? • Single parent family • Teen parents • Blended families • Gay/lesbian families • Multiproblem families

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