Family Relationships Chapter 7

Bellwork How does your family relationship help your mental and emotional well-being? How do differences in family structure affect a person growing up?

Types of Families Single-Parent: Families with one parent caring for the children; common in divorced families or those who have lost a parent Blended: Consists of a married couple and their children from a previous marriage Extended: A family that includes additional relatives beyond parents and children

Types of Families Adoptive: Consist of parents and one or more adopted children; some have both biological and adopted children Foster: Children may be placed in foster care because of problems with biological families; foster parents may choose to adopt a child who has lived with them Foster Care: The temporary placement of children i the homes of adults who are not related to them

Types of Families Nuclear Family: Two parents and one or more children living in the same place

Your Family and Your Health Physical Health Provide medical care Set limits on behavior Teach health skills Mental/Emotional Health Provide a safe environment Teach how to safely express emotions and settle disputes Provide a sense of belonging Provide affirmation Positive feedback that helps others feel appreciated and supported

Characteristics of Strong Families Good communication Caring and support Respect Commitment Trust

Changes in Family Structure Birth and adoption Separation and divorce Separation: A decision by two married people to live apart from each other Divorce: A legal end to a marriage contract Custody: The legal right to make decisions affecting children and the responsibility for their care Remarriage Death of a family member

Violence in Families Abuse: The physical, mental, emotional, or sexual mistreatment of one person by another Domestic violence: When abuse results in acts of violence involving family members Spousal abuse: Domestic violence or any other form of abuse directed to a spouse Child abuse: Domestic abuse directed at a child

Violence in Families Neglect: The failure to provide for a child’s basic needs Elder abuse: The abuse or neglect of older family members

Effects of Abuse The pattern of repeating violent or abusive behaviors from one generation to the next is known as the cycle of violence.

Sources of Support There are many community resources to help families deal with abuse: Family counseling services Support groups Community services Shelters or hotlines Law enforcement Hospitals or clinics Faith communities