1.9 - Family Systems Theory Flashcards
TRUE OR FALSE The doctor-patient relationship is not a triad but a dyad
False
baliktad
TRUE OR FALSE Illness has an impact on family
TRUE
TRUE OR FALSE Families have an impact on illness
TRUE
Having ______is life enhancing. Having no ____is a life-
threatening condition
Family
TRUE OR FALSE The family cannot complete as well as co-manage.
FALSE
The ______is automatically and implicitly a part of the
family system
Doctor
No
matter how good our alliance with the family is, it can all
be undone if we ignore ______.
Higher social system
The family is not just a collection of individuals. It is a whole larger than the sum of its parts. This importance pertains to ______.
Family Systems Theory
Our ultimate role as a doctor is to_____.
Change behavior
What is an entity composed of discrete parts which are connected in such a way that a change in one part results in changes
in all the parts ?
System
What are the criterias for membership?
- Emotional significance
2. Enduring ties
_________is a balance or stability that the system tries to attain; when changes are introduced, the system tries to return to the previous equilibrium or a new equilibrium
Equilibrium
Families resist change. Systems don’t like change so
they try everything they can to resist it. This pertains to______.
Homeostasis
What are the elements of the family system?
Roles
Coalitions
Resonance
Rules
Jenjen thinks Bea has fever and gives her biogesic. But Jenjen is not sure so she goes to Mels. Mels thinks it’s not a big deal and tells Bea to drink water. Momo agrees with Mels and gives Bea water.
What are their roles?
Jenjen: Family physician
Mels: Specialty consultant
Momo: Nurse
There is a third person who mediates
situation. This pertains to _____.
Triangulation
When is triangulation normal/beneficial?
When two people in a relationship are in an
argument, a third person can mediate the situation and
solve the problem
When is triangulation harmful?
Detouring of conflict (divert attention from real problem)
_______ refers to diverting attention;
the third member of the triangle serves as a means of
diverting attention from the real problem.
Detouring of conflict
_____pertains to a member of the triangle
manifests a symptom as a result of problems in a
triangular relationship
Symptom carrier
Siya yung may kasalanan; unconsciously di mag-aaway ang parents
Identified patient
_______ prevents the family from breaking up
Family hero
Alliances in families that are formed for the purpose of decision-making.
A. Coalition
B. Group
C. Team
D. Couples
A
Uses brackets { } as symbols
Coalition
TRUE OR FALSE
Coalitions does not exist all the time.
TRUE
______has to do with the emotionality present in the family
Resonance
The family is very connected and emphatic with each other; interconnected relationships. This pertains to\_\_\_\_\_\_. A. Enmeshment B. Jive C. Good relationship D. Disengagement
A
The family is distant from each other and there's little emotional connection; few connections in family. This pertains to \_\_\_\_\_\_. A. Disconnected B. Disengagement C. Loner D. Suicidal
B
What is the difference between overt and covert?
Overt: Rules that are explicitly enforced in the family.
Covert: Rules that are implicit, unsaid but still
expected (may become overt upon violation of
expectations)
Rules that are explicitly enforced in the family.
Overt rules
Rules that are implicit, unsaid but still
expected (may become overt upon violation of
expectations)
Covert rules
What are the different types of boundaries?
Clear
Rigid
Diffued
_____ govern rules between members of the system.
Boundaries
The symbols used are drawn perpendicular to
relationships.
Boundaries
____have negotiable rules that are discussed between the two members
Clear boundaries
_____ have non-negotiable rules.
Rigid boundaries
______is characterized by allowable intrusions;
sometimes masquerading as dysfunctions.
Diffused boundaries
What are the characteristics of Traditional Filipino Kinship Systems?
- duty is to kin
- utang na loob
- modest speech, thought and action
- Dignity and honor
Children should support the family as soon as they are able parents continue to have authority over children as
long as they are living and of sound mind
A. Duty is to kin
B. Utang na loob
C. Modest in speech, thought and action
D. Dignity and honor
A
Filial piety is the children’s way of repaying their debts
of gratitude to parents who gave them life and raised them
Utang na loob
Individuals should not show feeling publicly, whether love or anger. This pertains to___.
Modest in speech, thought and action
Do not reveal your feelings; they can make you vulnerable and hurt other people’s feelings. This pertains to____.
Modest in speech, thought and action
Avoid expressing a favorable attitude all the time
because your sincerity will be doubted. This pertains to_____.
Modest in speech, thought and action
TRUE OR FALSE Persons must dignify themselves by maintaining their
self-respect. This is part of being modest in speech, thought and action.
FALSE
Dignity and honor
A pair of parallel lines indicate\_\_\_\_ A. Coalition B. Good and functional relationship C. Conflict D. Overinvolved
B
A broken line signifies______.
Conflict/disagreement
Four parallel lines mean______.
Overinvolvement
If drawn perpendicular to relationships, these are____.
Boundary symbols
Broken perpendicular line signifies____.
Clear boundary
Solid perpendicular line signifies_____.
Rigid boundary
Dotted line signifies_____.
Diffused boundary
Members of the family with conflicts
suddenly _____to another due to an event (example, A
and B fights; C does something bad; A and B “unite” to confront C)
Detour
