Introduction What did you do with your family over the break? What did you enjoy most about being with your family? What did you enjoy least about being with your family?

Healthy vs. Unhealthy Families

Unhealthy Families Known as a dysfunctional family Usually have poor communication patterns Often behavior is self destructive

4 Types of Dysfunctional Families 1.Addiction (alcohol or drugs) 2.Emotional or mental problems 3.Abusive 4.Extremely rigid

Healthy Families No family is perfect (Healthy does not mean perfect) Healthy families has problems Respect is present among all family members

Characteristics of Healthy Families 1.Emotionally safe environment (you can state your thoughts, wants, emotions) 2. Accountable / Responsible 3. Allows people to grow & change 4. Supportive of each other 5. Eats meals together 6. Follows the Golden Rule “Treat others as you want to be treated.”