Psy206 A05 Family Dynamics
Family Dynamics
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Family Dynamics
Families can be referred to as complex units linked by strong emotional bonding. The way the family members interact and the way the whole family group relate is known as family dynamics. The dynamics among the family members are influenced by the family’s traditions, emotional interdependence, communication style and behavioral patterns. There are different types of families, and different family structures. Examples of families include, nuclear families which have, a father, mother and children and extended family which have the nuclear family, and other family members living together, for instance, grandparents. The family dynamics depend on the family structure. The family structure influences the behaviors and communication style of the family, as well as, providing challenges and benefits to the members of the family (Bowles, 2011).
Family dynamics affect health both negatively and positively. A supportive family offers economic well-being, emotional support and increases health in general. On the other hand, a non-supportive and problematic family leads to family members being negatively affected. Family members from non-supportive, violent or neglectful families, develop poorly both physically and emotionally. Good family dynamics are said to reduce the risk of chronic disease, mental illness, disability and death (Unite for Sight, 2000-2013).
In general, family dynamics determine the children’s likely future. Children brought up in risky families are likely to have risky behaviors, for example, alcohol abuse, smoking and drug abuse. The same case applies to aggression and anger; these two agents are toxic to the environment of a family. Children brought up in this kind of families are likely to exhibit the bad behavior when they get to adulthood.
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Family Dynamics
Families can be referred to as complex units linked by strong emotional bonding. The way the family members interact and the way the whole family group relate is known as family dynamics. The dynamics among the family members are influenced by the family’s traditions, emotional interdependence, communication style and behavioral patterns. There are different types of families, and different family structures. Examples of families include, nuclear families which have, a father, mother and children and extended family which have the nuclear family, and other family members living together, for instance, grandparents. The family dynamics depend on the family structure. The family structure influences the behaviors and communication style of the family, as well as, providing challenges and benefits to the members of the family (Bowles, 2011).
Family dynamics affect health both negatively and positively. A supportive family offers economic well-being, emotional support and increases health in general. On the other hand, a non-supportive and problematic family leads to family members being negatively affected. Family members from non-supportive, violent or neglectful families, develop poorly both physically and emotionally. Good family dynamics are said to reduce the risk of chronic disease, mental illness, disability and death (Unite for Sight, 2000-2013).
In general, family dynamics determine the children’s likely future. Children brought up in risky families are likely to have risky behaviors, for example, alcohol abuse, smoking and drug abuse. The same case applies to aggression and anger; these two agents are toxic to the environment of a family. Children brought up in this kind of families are likely to exhibit the bad behavior when they get to adulthood.
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References: Bowles, C. (2011). The definition of family dynamics. Retrieved from http://www.livestrong.com/article/172058-the-definition-of-family-dynamics/ Unite for Sight. (2000-2013). Module 1: Family Dynamics and Health. Retrieved from http://www.uniteforsight.org/gender-power/module1