Understanding Family Dynamics

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What do family dynamics refer to?

  • Patterns of interactions among friends and colleagues
  • Patterns of interactions in individual's professional life
  • Patterns of interactions among relatives, their roles and relationships (correct)
  • Patterns of interactions among strangers in a community

What are some factors that can influence family dynamics?

  • Competition, secrecy, rigidity, disorganization
  • Individuation, mutuality, flexibility, stability (correct)
  • Conformity, enmeshment, instability, role conflict
  • Independence, isolation, adaptability, chaos

What is identified as the most vital contributing factor to healthy family dynamics?

  • Enmeshment
  • Isolation
  • Mutuality (correct)
  • Rigidity

What do secure and supportive family relationships provide?

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What are factors contributing to unhealthy family dynamics?

<p>Enmeshment, isolation, rigidity, disorganization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Family Dynamics

  • Family dynamics refer to the patterns of behavior, relationships, and interactions within a family.

Factors Influencing Family Dynamics

  • Biological factors (genetics, temperament)
  • Environmental factors (culture, socio-economic status, life events)
  • Psychological factors (personality, coping styles)

Vital Contributing Factor to Healthy Family Dynamics

  • Effective communication is identified as the most vital contributing factor to healthy family dynamics.

Secure and Supportive Family Relationships

  • Provide a sense of safety and trust
  • Foster emotional well-being and resilience
  • Promote healthy emotional expression and regulation

Factors Contributing to Unhealthy Family Dynamics

  • Conflict, criticism, and negativity
  • Chaotic and disorganized home environment
  • Parent-child conflict and inconsistent discipline

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