Human Development, Diversity, and Behavior in Environment Flashcards
closed system (systems theory)
uses up its energy and dies
differentiation (systems theory)
becoming specialized in structure and function
entropy (systems theory)
closed, disorganized, stagnant; using up available energy
equifinality (systems theory)
arriving at the same end from different beginnings
homeostasis (systems theory)
steady state
input (systems theory)
obtaining resources from the environment that are necessary to attain the goals of the system
negative entropy (systems theory)
exchange of energy and resources between systems that promote growth and transformation
open system (systems theory)
a system with cross-boundary exchange
output (systems theory)
a product of the system that exports to the environment
subsystem (systems theory)
a major component of a system made up of two or more interdependent components that interact in order to attain their own purpose(s) and the purpose(s) of the system in which they are embedded
suprasystem (systems theory)
an entity that is served by a number of component systems organized in interacting relationship
throughput
energy that is integrated into the system so it can be used by the system to accomplish goals
throughput
energy that is integrated into the system so it can be used by the system to accomplish goals
family theory - closed versus open boundaries
closed: tight restrictions on where family members can go and who may be brought into the system; rules regulate what information may be discussed and with whom
open: members and others are allowed to freely come and go without much restriction; info flows freely
family theory - interdependence
individuals family members and subsystems are mutually influenced and are mutually dependent upon each other (i.e. what happens to one family member, or what one family member does, influences others)
family therapy approaches - Bowenian family therapy (8 concepts)
differentiation - if more, family member can be individual while in emotional contact with family. ct can think through situation without being drawn to act by internal/external emotional pressure
emotional fusion - counterpart of differentiation, tendency of family members to share emotional response. because of diffuse interpersonal boundaries. little room for emotional autonomy (moves towards autonomy seen as abandonment by others)
multigenerational transmission - connection of current generation to past generations, natural. gives present a context in history
emotional triangle - network of relationships among 3 people. a relationship stable until anxiety introduced in dyad, then third party recruited into triangle to reduce overall anxiety
nuclear family - basic unit of family relationship. tend to form relationships with others outside of family unit with similar level of differentiation
family projection process
sibling position - factor in determining personality, influence on how individual relates to parents, siblings; determines triangles
societal regression - Bowen viewed society as a family system, problems such as depletion of natural resource (leading to societal anxiety)
family therapy approaches - structural family therapy
social worker “joins” family in effort to restructure it
interpersonal boundaries - define individual family members and promote differentiation and autonomous, yet interdependent functioning. rigid enmeshment disengagement
boundaries with the outside world - define family unit, must be permeable enough to maintain well-functioning open system, allowing contact and reciprocal exchanges with social world
hierarchical organization - in families of all cultures, maintained by generational boundaries, rules of differentiating parent/child roles, rights, obligations
group development stages
preaffiliation - forming (development of trust)
power and control - storming (struggles for individual autonomy and group identification)
intimacy - norming (utilize self in service of group)
differentiation - performing (acceptance of each other as distinct individuals)
separation/termination - adjourning (independence)
factors affecting group cohesion (x5)
group size
group homogeneity
participation in goal and norm setting for group
interdependence - depend on one another for achievement and goals
member stability (frequent change –> lack of cohesion)
causes of groupthink (8)
- illusion of vulnerability - creates excessive optimism that encourages extreme risk-taking
- collective rationalization - members discount warnings and do not reconsider assumptions
- belief in inherent morality - members believe in rightness of their cause, ignore ethical/moral consequences of decisions
- stereotyped views of those “on the out” - negative views of “enemy”
- direct pressure on dissenters - members put under pressure not to express arguments against group’s views
- self-censorship - doubts and deviations from perceived consensus are not expressed
- illusion of unanimity - majority view and judgments assumed to be unanimous
- self-appointed “mindguards” - members protect group and leader from contradictory information
group polarization
discussion strengthens dominant p.o.v., shift to more extreme view than any individual member would adopt alone
trust versus mistrust (Erikson)
birth - 1 yr
learn to trust based on consistency of caregiver
successful - child gains confidence, security (even when threatened)
unsuccessful - inability to trust, sense of fear about inconsistent world, anxiety, heightened insecurity
autonomy versus shame/doubt (Erikson)
1 yr - 3 yrs
children assert independence, walk away from mother, pick toys, make choices (what they like to wear, eat)
successful - encouraged/supported in increased independence –> become confidence/secure in ability to survive
unsuccessful - criticized, overly controlled, not given opportunity to assert themselves –> feel inadequate in ability to survive, may become overly dependent upon others, lack self-esteem, feelings of shame/doubt in abilities
initiative versus guilt (Erikson)
3yrs - 6yrs
children assert themselves more frequently, plan and initiate activities, make up games
successful - develop sense of initiative, feel secure in abilities to lead others, make decisions
unsuccessful - criticism/control –> develop sense of guilt, feel like nuisances, will remain followers, lack self-initiative
industry versus inferiority (Erikson)
6yrs - puberty
develop pride in accomplishments, initiate projects & follow through to completion
successful - encouraged in initiative –> begin to feel industrious, confident in ability to achieve goals
unsuccessful - initiative restricted –> begin to feel inferior, doubting abilities, failing to reach potential