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Examples of Family Theories
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1. General Systems
2. Structural - Functional 3. Developmental |
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General Systems Theory
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The family as a unit interacts with larger units outside the family (suprasystem) and with smaller units inside the family (subsystem). It is an open system
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Structural-Functional Conceptual Framework
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Internal structure
(Family composition, gender, rank order, functional subsystem, and boundaries) External structure (Extended family and larger systems (including work, health, and welfare)) Instrumental functioning (ADLs) Expressive functioning (Emotional, verbal, nonverbal, and circular communication; problem solving; roles; influence; beliefs; alliances; and coalitions) |
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Developmental Theory
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Family Life Cycle (Duvall & Miller, 1985)
- Beginning family - Early childbearing family - Preschool children - School-age children - Teenage children - Launching family - Middle-age family - Aging family Alterations in Family Development: Divorce and Remarriage |
