Week 6- family dynamics Flashcards
transference
having similar experiences as patients and relation
family systems theory
interactions among family members, between family and illness
- the whole is more than the sum of its parts
- individuals live in relation to others
why families matter in mental health
- health and illness occur within
- primary unit of support systems are based on
- develops how people tihnk about themselves and how they relate to others
internal factors affecting mental health and influences on family
important to focus on these as we cannot manage external factors
- thoughts/behaviors, values, beliefs
every family has these 4 things
- roles
- structure
- rules
- beliefs
intervention for health and wellbeing of carers
social supports
intervention for minimizing financial burden on carers
grants and insurance
intervention for access to education and information
online and in person resources
intervention for flexible work/education settings
policy and intersectoral
intervention for research to inform evidence based decisions
leadership to impact policy and legislation
care planning with families
learn about structure, function, relationships, values, beliefs, and strengths
ecomaps and genograms
purpose
outline family internal and external structures
ecological map
identify relevant systems at play in an individuals life along with stressors, strengths, and culture
attacment
extent to which caregiver is consistently accessible and responsive to child
- at an early age more is better because it refines neuro-emotional system
emotional regulation as a learned behavior
first 3 years of life are most important for lifelong mental health
- synapses are strengthened through repetitive positive experiences
adverse childhood experiences
traumatic events that can have negative lasting effects on health and wellbeing
impact of childhood trauma on cognition
delays in learning, concentration and achievement
impact of childhood trauma on physical health
shorter life span due to sleep, heart, and eating disorders
impact of childhood trauma on emotions
difficulty regulating, recognizing, and coping
impact of childhood trauma on relationships
attachment issues and difficulty with social situations