Lifelong union between two people who develop an intimate relationship

State of being emotionally connected to another person.

Ability to assess a relationship and to act according to what is best for everyone involved

Legal ending of a marriage

What are some of the reasons couples get divorced? Abuse, addiction, unfaithfulness, emotional immaturity, conflicts with family, selfishness, lack of communication, unfulfilled expectations, financial trouble, grow apart

What type or responsibilities should a couple be ready to face when starting a family?

Responsibilities Before Birth Emotional Maturity Safety Financial Discipline

Responsibilities Before Birth Emotional Maturity Safety Financial Discipline Prenatal Care, Place to live, Income Once you have a baby, their needs have to come before yours Safe environment to raise a child Diapers, formula, day care, clothes …$$$ for 18 years (at least!) How will you raise the child? Public vs Private school? Religion?

A parent’s actions and behaviors are noticed and even picked up by their children. What are some things a parent can do to help build a healthy self-esteem in their children?

Give children time and attention Establish clear rules and limits Take time to listen and communicate Praise positive behavior and good choices

mom, dad and kids

biological parent, step parent & step children

children live with only one parent

relatives outside the nuclear family (grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins)

parents are legal guardians over children who are not biologically theirs.

children live with a family temporarily until they are adopted or returned to their biological parents.

What are 4 basic characteristics of a healthy family? Effective communication Respect Commitment LOVE

What are some things that can cause problems for a family? Every family has problems, it’s how you deal with them that is important.

Financial problems, trouble controlling anger, depression, grief, abuse of any form, delinquent behavior, Teen pregnancy

What are some ways to deal with these problems?  Counseling  Facing the problem, no denial  Communication  Medication