Family Members Worksheet
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HappierTherapy
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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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A family consists of individuals united by biology or marital, adoptive, or other intimate ties. It is the most fundamental social unit of most human societies; however, its structure and form can vary widely, from the biological family, extended family, or stepfamily.
Family members influence each other’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
What Are The Theories Behind This Worksheet?
- Family Systems Theory
This theory of human behavior defines the family unit as a complex social system in which members interact to influence each other’s behavior. Moreover, family members interconnect, allowing us to view the system as a whole rather than as individual elements.
- Family Therapy
This type of psychotherapy focuses on the improvement of family relationships and behavior. It’s designed to address specific issues affecting the health and functioning of a family.
How Will This Worksheet Help You?
This worksheet will help family members improve their communication and resolve conflicts. In addition, family members will also learn how to understand one another and learn coping skills that will bring them close together.
How Should You Use This Worksheet?
Family members should use this worksheet in situations that cause stress, grief, anger, or conflict. Furthermore, family members should also use this worksheet to learn to communicate and understand each other.
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References
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American Psychological Association. (© 2023). Families. Available at: https://www.apa.org/topics/families. [Accessed March 11, 2023]
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Mayo Clinic. (© 1998-2023). Family Therapy. Available at: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/family-therapy/about/pac-20385237. [Accessed March 11, 2023]
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Positive Psychology. (©2023). What is Family Therapy? +6 Techniques & Interventions. Available at: https://positivepsychology.com/family-therapy/. [Accessed March 11, 2023]
