Quiz #4 - Family Systems Theory Flashcards
Family Systems Theory (FS) is a systemic therapy model that approaches problems _____ rather than _____.
practically
analytically
Family Systems Theory (FS) focuses on identifying the __________ within groups or families.
Stagnant patterns of behavior
The therapist’s role in Family Systems Theory (FS) is to introduce creative nudges to support the _______.
changing of the system
In Family Systems Theory (FS), family is seen as a ______ or in a relational context.
system
All of the following parts of FTS (Family Systems Theory) are ______:
- Circular Causality
- Open vs. Closed Systems
- Homeostasis
- Cybernetics
interconnected
Which part of the Family Systems theory includes:
- The family system is an interlocking chain of events (feedback loops)
- One event is not necessarily causal to another – they work in tandem
Circular Causality
What is an “Open” system?
When information flows in and out easily.
A ______ system is rigid and less open to change.
Closed System
____ is when systems tend to self-regulate and resist change. If one member changes, the system will attempt to change him/her back.
Homeostasis
_____ is the tendency of a system to self-correct or steer its own course.
Cybernetics
In FS Structural Therapy, counseling is designed to alter the dysfunctional structure of the family to _________ and promote healthy relationships and more functional communication styles.
increase problem-solving skills
In FS Structural Therapy, the therapist _____ the family to facilitate growth in individuals while preserving the ______ within the family.
joins
mutual support
In FS Structural Therapy, the aim is to restructure and _______ to eliminate the presenting complaint(s).
reorganize subsystems
The “Central Constructs” of In FS Structural Therapy are:
1) Family Structure
2) Coalitions
3) Subsystems
4) Boundaries
Family structure is a set of _____ that determine who talks to whom, who plays with whom and etc.
rules
With family structure, when two individuals join to create a new family they enter the union with remnants of _______ from their families of origin.
rules and interactional patterns
____ is when two or more members join together.
Coalitions
In coalitions, _______ are critical.
interaction patterns
In coalitions, the repeated patterns of interactions ______ the family structure
maintain
_______ are smaller groupings within the family (e.g., parents, siblings, etc.)
Subsystems
_______ are rules that specify who participates in the coalitions and subsystems of the family. They can cause dysfunction in how family members relate to one another.
Boundaries
Disengaged (rigid) boundaries occur due to ___________; a high sense of individuality is encouraged.
lack of communication
Enmeshed (unclear/permeable, blurred ) boundaries cause intense ___________; conformity & loyalty are expected.
transmission of stress
_______ occur when rules and roles are clearly defined; communication is open, but not overly so.
Healthy boundaries
Bowen’s therapy model is considered more of an _____ approach.
insight
In Bowen’s therapy model, ______ help families focus on past familial patterns in order to avoid repeating current ones.
genograms
The three goals of Bowen’s therapy model are:
1) Lowering the anxiety
2) Increasing differentiation
3) Resist unhealthy triangulation
One of Bowen’s goals is __________ of family members so they can interact more effectively.
Lowering the anxiety
One of Bowen’s goals is __________, especially of the adult couple, to help manage anxiety
Increasing differentiation
One of Bowen’s goals is helping family members ________ and emotional fusion.
Resist unhealthy triangulation
The “Central Constructs” of Family Systems Intergenerational are:
1) Family Projection Process
2) Triangles
3) Emotional Cutoff
4) Sibling Position
5) Togetherness/Individuality
6) Differentiation of Self
_______ is when parents transmit or project their immaturity and lack of differentiation onto their children.
Family Projection Process
Family Projection Process often involves the replication of one’s ___________ and as such, behavioral patterns may be passed down from generation to generation
family-of-origin dynamics
________ are a 3rd person involved to diffuse the tension of the dyad.
Triangles
Bowen says triangles are the “_________ of any emotional system”
“basic building blocks”
In triangles, when relationships become distant and anxiety increases, a __________ is introduced to stabilize the relationship.
third person (or thing)
Triangles reduce ________ anxiety but decrease the chance of resolving the problem within the original dyad.
immediate
_______ is when people cut off from their families of origin to reduce the discomfort generated by being in emotional contact with them
Emotional Cutoff
In emotional cutoff, individuals are often _________ and may manage emotional intensity by cutting themselves off from their family.
undifferentiated
Fixed personality characteristics based on _______ can be helpful in determining a child’s role in the family’s emotional process.
sibling position
Which sibling position tends to be characterized by power, authority, and self-confidence?
First born
The ______ tend to identify with the oppressed; rebellious explorers and iconoclasts (attacking or ridiculing traditional or venerated institutions)
later born
______ is the ability to engage in meaningful connection with others
Togetherness
______ is a person’s ability to maintain a clear sense of self and identity.
Individuality
Need to balance ______ and ______.
togetherness
individuality
If a person within their family system is unable to balance togetherness & individuality, the relationship may become _______.
polarized
________ is a lifelong process of maintaining balance through movement towards individuation and away from fusion (absence of boundaries).
Differentiation of Self
________ is the capacity to better manage one’s own connection to (and independence from) one’s family of origin and other close relationships.
Differentiation
A higher level of differentiation would make one less apt to get drawn into others’ emotional issues (being “triangulated”) and to be __________ in close relationships.
less emotionally reactive
_______ levels of differentiation are generally accompanied by _____ levels of anxiety.
Lower
higher
In FS Satir Therapy, the focus is on ____________ within the family system.
improving communication
In FS Satir Therapy, ____________ focuses on individual uniqueness and working towards negotiation & not power.
High Self-Esteem
In FS Satir Therapy, ____________ is an open acknowledgement and recognition of differences with others
Personal Growth
In FS Satir Therapy, High Self-Esteem focuses on individual uniqueness and working towards _______ & not power.
negotiation
In FS Satir Therapy, Personal Growth is an open acknowledgement and _______ with others
recognition of differences
In FS Satir Therapy, ____________ is becoming aware of conflicting messages to ensure a shift towards congruence.
Congruent Communication
In FS Satir Therapy, Congruent Communication is becoming aware of _________ to ensure a shift towards congruence.
conflicting messages
The “Central Constructs” of FS Satir are:
1) Individual Growth & Development
2) Communication
3) Self-Esteem
As a central construct of FS Satir, ________ is a genetic endowment, learning acquired over a lifetime, and a body-mind connection.
Individual Growth & Development
_______ consists of a Mother, Father, and child, and is important in positive or negative self-concept.
Primary Survival Triad
Essential interacting parts of the ________ include physical, intellectual, emotional, interactional contextual, nutritional, and spiritual.
body-mind connection
As a central construct of FS Satir, ________ is incongruent communication, boundaries, and survival stances.
Communication
With communication, a central construct of FS Satir, ________ is when there are discrepancies between verbal and nonverbal cues.
Incongruent Communication
_______ is a maladaptive communication style in which the member receives conflicting messages - each of which negates the other - making it impossible to resolve the conflict (e.g., “You are perfect just as you are . . . but you need to change”)
Double-bind messages
Double-bind messages is a maladaptive communication style in which the member receives ________ - each of which negates the other - making it impossible to resolve the conflict (e.g., “You are perfect just as you are . . . but you need to change”)
conflicting messages
_______ are rules that specify how family members relate to one another.
Boundaries
_______ are protecting one’s self-worth against perceived threats by others.
Survival Stances
In survival stances, _____ is when context and other are acknowledged, but self is not.
Placater
In survival stances, _____ is when self and context are acknowledged, but other is not.
Blamer
In survival stances, _____ is computer-like; only context is acknowledged, self & other are not.
Super-reasonable
In survival stances, _____ is when words & feelings match; self, context and other are acknowledged
Congruence
________ is the degree to which an individual values him- or herself regardless of the opinions of others
Self-Esteem
In self-esteem, all people possess the resources for ________.
Positive growth
In self-esteem, ________ signal the need for change.
discomfort and pain
In self-esteem, every person, thing or situation is _______ by every other person, thing, or situation
impacted
In the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, the three interconnected areas are:
1) Intra-Individual
2) Environmental Macrosystemic
3) Interpersonal
In the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, what are the four aspects of “Intra-Individual”?
Development-In-Context
Personality
Cognition
Diagnosis
In the Intra-Individual aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is the client’s outlook/worldview as shaped by upbringing, culture, spirituality, family patterns of communication, etc.
Development-in-Context
In the Intra-Individual aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is the client’s ostensible presentation of emotional, attitudinal, and behavioral response patterns
Personality
In the Intra-Individual aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is how the client thinks and processes information (e.g., concrete, abstract thinking)
Cognition
In the Intra-Individual aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is how the client’s diagnosis informs his or her functioning.
Diagnosis
In the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, what are the four aspects of “Interpersonal”?
Family Life Cycle
Parent-Child Relations
Family Process
Social Networks
In the Interpersonal aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is the emotional and intellectual stages through which the client passes from childhood to retirement as a member of his/her family.
Family Life Cycle
In the Interpersonal aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is the combination of behaviors, feelings & expectations that are unique to the client’s relationship to his/her parent(s).
Parent-Child Relations
In the Interpersonal aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is methods and styles of communication within the family and its impact on the client.
Family Process
In the Interpersonal aspect of the Systemic Paradigm of Family Psychology, _______ is the client’s social structure of friends, peers, acquaintances, etc., and the general impact on the client
Social Networks
The following are all aspects of the _________:
Culture
SES
Physical Environment
Religion
Employment
Media/Global Aspects
Environmental Macrosystemic
