Family Relationships Flashcards
The importance of family relationships
What do family relationships provide ?
Acceptance - unconditional acceptance of someone for who they are regardless of e.g. Lifestyle.
Love - providing for all needs -PIES.
Support - help to prepare for expected life events & support during unexpected life events.
Attachment -providing security
What will positive family relationships may result in ?
Positive self - image
High self esteem
Feeling of contentment
Ability to build positive relationships with others outside of family.
Independence
Confidence
NEGATIVE family relationships.
What will a breakdown in family relationships may result in ?
Negative sled image
Low self esteem
Difficulty in building relationships with people outside of family.
Lack of independence.
Difficulty in controlling emotions.
What will Children in care may experience ?
May experience :
Loss of self identity - not developed family identity.
Difficulty in forming strong attachment - main carer changes.
Difficulty in building relationships - not had love of parents
Discrimination and stigma - affects self esteem.
