PSYC 6263 DQ 1.1 # 3
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DQ 1.1 # 3
Should the subjective context of a specific family system be an essential component of case conceptualization, in family therapy, given that nuclear families are becoming less common?
Goldenberg et al. (2016) emphasize that today's understanding of family is inclusive, extending beyond conventional boundaries to include those who choose to live together in familial relationships, regardless of legal requirements or bloodlines. Consequently, families typically develop distinct structural traits and interaction patterns to navigate internal and external stressors. These patterns, rooted in shared assumptions and family histories, shape how families adapt to and confront life's challenges (Sear, 2021). Each family possesses unique dynamics, culture, values, and history that influence how its members interact and function. By comprehending the subjective context of a family system, therapists can tailor their interventions to address that family's specific needs, challenges, and strengths (Sear, 2021).
As families move beyond the traditional nuclear model, variations such as single-parent families,
blended families, same-sex parent families, or multigenerational households become more prevalent (Sear, 2021). These diverse family structures may encounter distinct stressors and complexities that necessitate a nuanced understanding and approach from the counsellor (Sear, 2021). Further, incorporating the subjective context into case conceptualization enables the counsellor to grasp better the interplay of factors influencing family dynamics, relationships, and
communication patterns. This holistic approach facilitates more effective interventions that resonate with each family system's unique experiences and identities (Sear, 2021).
In what ways do you think your upbringing will affect your ability to relate to and comprehend different family structures? Goldenberg, I., Stanton, M., & Goldenberg, H. (2016). Family therapy: An overview (9th ed.). Brooks-Cole.
Sear, R. (2021). The male breadwinner nuclear family is not the “traditional” human family, and promotion of this myth may have adverse health consequences. Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B: Biological Sciences
, 376
(1827), 1–9. https://doi.org/10.1098/rstb.2020.0020
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