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Explore the intricate workings of family systems through a holistic perspective. Learn about circular causality, sub-systems, boundaries, and emergent properties. Discover how families adapt, communicate, and maintain equilibrium. Gain insights into purposeful behaviors, homeostasis, and change processes within family units.
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WORKING WITH FAMILIES FROM A FAMILY SYSTEMS PERSPECTIVE Jeffrey V. Dozoretz, Ph.D. Child and Family Resources, Inc.
PRINCIPLES OF FAMILY SYSTEMS 1. Families are wholistic.
WITHDRAWAL “MONITORING”
PRINCIPLES OF FAMILY SYSTEMS 1. Families are wholistic. 2. Causation is circular.
PROBLEMS DRINKING
SLEEPLESSNESS FORCE SLEEP
PRINCIPLES OF FAMILY SYSTEMS 1. Families are wholistic. 2. Causation is circular. 3. Families are organizationally complex.
SUB-SYSTEMS SUPRA-SYSTEMS BOUNDARIES
PRINCIPLES OF FAMILY SYSTEMS 1. Families are wholistic. 2. Causation is circular. 3. Families are organizationally complex. 4. Family systems are open.
PRINCIPLES OF FAMILY SYSTEMS 1. Families are wholistic. 2. Causation is circular. 3. Families are organizationally complex. 4. Family systems are open. 5. Family systems are purposeful.
FIRST ORDER CHANGE SECOND ORDER CHANGE