Family Dynamics Quiz

Family Dynamics

• Family dynamics refer to the patterns of interaction, roles, and relationships within a family that affect each member's emotional and psychological well-being.

Sources of Relationship Security or Stress

• Primary sources of relationship security or stress for family members include communication patterns, parental relationships, and family conflict resolution methods.

Vital Factor for Healthy Family Dynamics

• A sense of cohesion, or emotional closeness and bonding among family members, is identified as the most vital contributing factor to healthy family dynamics.

Factors Contributing to Unhealthy Family Dynamics

• Factors that contribute to unhealthy family dynamics include:
  • Poor communication
  • Family conflict and arguing
  • Emotional distance or disconnection
  • Lack of parental involvement or inconsistent discipline
  • Substance abuse or addiction
  • Trauma or domestic violence

Impact of Family Dynamics on Health

• Family dynamics can positively or negatively impact health through:
  • Stress and anxiety from unhealthy dynamics, leading to mental and physical health problems
  • Social support and emotional closeness from healthy dynamics, enhancing mental and physical health outcomes