Family Dynamics Worksheet – Healthy vs Unhealthy Family Dynamics
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The Happier Therapy editorial team is made up of Masters and PhD counselling psychologists. Each worksheet is created by a team member with exposure to and experience in the subject matter. The worksheet then gets reviewed by a more senior editorial member. This is someone with extensive knowledge of the subject matter and highly cited published material.
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Family dynamics are the patterns of relating, or interactions, between family members. These include roles, hierarchies, and communication between family members.
Healthy family dynamics have well-established boundaries whereby each family member assumes responsibility for their part in keeping the system balanced and safe. In addition, family members feel supported, encouraged, and receive empathy when required.
Unhealthy family dynamics are characterized by conflicts, chaos, and a lack of structure, which can affect one’s emotional and mental health.
What Are The Theories Behind This Worksheet?
- Family Therapy
This type of psychotherapy can help family members improve communication and resolve conflicts.
- Behavioral Therapy
This therapy focuses on behavioral modification by reinforcing adaptive behaviors and extinguishing unwanted behavior. This therapy helps transform an individual’s behavior to align with the desired life goal.
How Will This Worksheet Help You?
This worksheet will help nurture healthy family dynamics and maintain a safe family environment. You will also develop self-awareness and values that are important when dealing with your family.
How Should You Use This Worksheet?
This worksheet should be used to set healthy family dynamics by communicating your needs and desires.
You should also use this worksheet when you feel emotionally and mentally drained by your family members.
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References
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Better Up. (© 2023). Family dynamics can lift you up (or drag you down). Available at: https://www.betterup.com/blog/family-dynamics. [Accessed March 01, 2023]
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Positive Psychology. (© 2023). How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Build Positive Relationships. Available at: https://positivepsychology.com/great-self-care-setting-healthy-boundaries/. [Accessed February 25, 2023]
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The Mind Fool. (© 2022). Understanding Family Dynamics Meaning and Family Types. Available at: https://themindfool.com/understanding-family-dynamics-meaning-and-family-types/. [Accessed March 01, 2023]
