From the moment we are born, each and every one of us is constantly gathering data, memories, and sensory information to form a collective unit. Every family system requires interrelated elements and structure. Within the structure each element is defined by characteristics. Each element (representing a person) functions independently but when added together with structure, the combine a family system where each element has a level of codependency. Within the system, the relationships produced develope a cycle of patterns. These patterns dictate the families equilibrium and foreshadows how the family will function in the future. Defense mechanisms such undoing, suppression or humor can all be inherently interpersonal but they can also be
