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Chapter 8 Notes
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6 Qualities of Strong Families 1. Communication 2. Respect 3. Sharing of values and beliefs 4. Problem solving together 5. Spending time together 6. Commitment
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Getting Along In Families Family System: family members, together with their particular roles and personalities, make up this system. Siblings: your brothers and sisters
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Sibling Roles Depends on ages Playmates Companions Teachers/learners ---- role models Protectors Adversaries (someone who opposes or is against another)
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What are some typical things brothers and sisters have problems with or argue about? Sibling Rivalry: Competition among children of the same family for their parents’ affections or for dominance. Next to the parent-child relationship, the sibling relationship is probably the strongest.
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Birth Order The order in which each child is born Typical Characteristic Notes
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The Oldest Child The oldest child is…. 1. Usually set up as an example to the other children 2. Treated more like an adult by his/her parents. 3. A higher achiever 4. Given and accepts more responsibility that the other children 5. Usually college bound 6. Independent 7. Affectionate
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The Middle Child The middle child…. 1. May work extra-hard to get recognition 2. Is usually a peace maker 3. Is somewhat average in schoolwork, but is an all-around good student 4. Is usually a calm, even-tempered adult
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The Youngest Child The Youngest Child… 1. Gets a lot of attention, along with a lot of bossing 2. May be spoiled 3. Usually matures quickly 4. May be undisciplined and irresponsible 5. Is easy-going about school 6. Likes to associate with someone who takes charge of situations.
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Apply Your Knowledge: “Birth Order” If you could choose, would you be: An only child A child with one sibling, you’re the oldest A child with one sibling, you’re the youngest A child with several siblings, you’re the oldest A child with several siblings, you’re the middle A child with several siblings, you’re the youngest Write a short essay explaining the advantages and disadvantages of your choice 10 sentences = 10 points
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