Family Coping And Family Reflection Theory In The Family

Register to read the introduction… With the structure-function theory families are examined in terms of their relationship with other major social structures (Kaakinen et al., 2010). Many of these relationships were revealed while completing the ecomap. Most of the extended family was not available for support. Willie’s work friends, health providers, County services and Church were the main connections and resources available to the family. The most helpful resources were Church and work friends. The least helpful were County health department. I felt the structure-function theory related well with the Friedman Family Assessment Model in that the family is viewed as a subsystem of society (Kaakinen et al., …show more content…
Carter & McGoldrick (2005) as cited in Kaakinen, Gedaly-Duff, Coehlo, & Harmon Hanson, (2010) mention how “family stress is considered to be the greatest during transition” as families adapt to achieve stability, redefine family concepts and realign relationships (p.79). The Tanners had many transitions occurring involving different roles following the RA diagnosis, as well as the pregnancy and upcoming birth of Lynn and Brian’s second child. To help provide interventions to support family health I decided to take the family member’s one question and provide follow …show more content…
Please tell me your cultural/ethic background.
2. Does your family have a religious affiliation?
(Kaakinen et al., 2010)
Three Key Questions/Commend on Two Strengths:
1. Your family is showing much courage in dealing with the new diagnosis of RA, and with the current financial and pregnancy concerns. However, I do see some suffering. Who do you believe is suffering the most in your family at this time?
2. What is the greatest challenge affecting your family right now?
3. I have been very impressed during this interview with everyone’s openness to answering questions. The following question I am about to ask is about your most pressing need right now… What is the one question you would most like to have answered during our visit together?
(Wright & Leahey, How to Do a 15 Minute (or Less) Family Interview , 2000)
Conclude:
1. How have I been most helpful to you in this family meeting? How could I improve?
(Wright & Leahey, 1999)

Works Cited

Eggenberger, S., Meiers, S., Krumwiede, N., Bliesmer, M., & Earle, P. (2011). Reintegration within families in the context of chronic illness: a family health promoting process. Journal of Nursing and Healthcare of Chronis Illness 3, (3),