DF WEEK 4 Flashcards
What are the key variables scholars use to define “Social Class”?
Income, wealth, education, occupation, age cohort, and region (urban, suburban, or rural residence).
How does social class impact family therapy?
Social class influences the emotional and relational dynamics of families, affecting their distress levels and aspirations, and requires clinicians to understand socioeconomic factors in their practice.
A form of trauma stemming from societal conditions, such as poverty, which affects families across generations and encapsulates experiences beyond just financial hardship.
sociocultural trauma
What is a common misconception about people in poverty?
The notion that poverty is solely due to “not having enough money” or a lack of effort, ignoring the complex dynamics and societal structures involved.
What therapeutic objectives should clinicians focus on when working with poor families?
Conducting resource impact assessments, counteracting devaluation, addressing shame, promoting the use of one’s voice, recognizing familial obligations, granting permission, and engaging in self-reflection.
The interconnected responsibilities family members feel towards each other, which can complicate their perceptions of agency and misfortune.
Reciprocal Familial Obligation
What are the implications of homelessness on one’s understanding of “home”?
Homelessness challenges traditional notions of home, emphasizing that it is not merely a physical space but also a spiritual and psychological sanctuary.
How does poverty function as a sociocultural trauma?
Poverty encompasses intergenerational influences, shaping complex family dynamics and creating conditions where individuals struggle with stigma and societal exclusion.
The systemic disadvantage and marginalization faced by individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, impacting their access to resources and opportunities.
class oppression
Why is understanding socioeconomic influences critical in clinical practice?
It helps clinicians address the root causes of family distress effectively, ensuring that therapy is relevant and sensitive to the clients’ backgrounds.
Racial Disparities in Home Ownership
Unequal access to home ownership opportunities often experienced by minority groups, which can influence their socioeconomic mobility and stability.
How can cultural influences shape one’s understanding of home?
Cultural, social, and familial factors contribute to diverse definitions of home, affecting how individuals perceive safety, belonging, and their emotional attachments to places.
