Modernism
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From philosophy, a position in which "truth" consists of a tangible, knowable
set of observable facts. In this philosophy it is assumed that there are
universal principles that would guide researchers and therapists toward
theoretic tenets, diagnoses, and treatment.
Existential Encounters
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, The therapeutic stance of Whitaker's symbolic-experiential therapy in which
the therapist is willing both to receive the family members' reactions to
him/her and to fully disclose his/her reactions to them.
Triangulation
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From Bowenian family therapy, a dysfunctional process in which an
unresolved conflict between two people (often parents) is extended to
include a third person (often their child), whose loyalty is fought over.
Prescribing the Problem
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A paradoxical strategic family therapy technique in which the therapist
attempts to unbalance the family structure by instructing the members to
continue or increase the problem or symptomatic behaviors in or to bring
the behavior under conscious control or lessen the behavior as the family
rebels against the instruction. For example, a client who is unable to
complete a work project is encouraged to set times each day in which the
project will not be worked on.
Multidirectional Partiality
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, From Nagy's contextual family therapy, the clinical stance of the therapist in
which the therapist is accountable to, and supportive of, every relevant
member, even when it necessitates accepting contradictory positions
within a conflict. The therapist strives for neutrality, joins with each family
member, and keeps communication open with all members.
Change
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1. From structural family therapy, perspective change is the process by
which elements of a system are transformed to new states or levels of
organization. 2. Developmental system change refers to the family life cycle
and the transition of the family from one stage of development to another.
Strategic models see change as occurring suddenly and resulting from
shifts in beliefs (discontinuous change); whereas the structural and
transgenerational models see change as occurring though a gradual
learning process (continuous change).
Second-Order Cybernetics
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A postmodern model that conceives of the therapist and family as one unit.
Objectivity is not possible. The treatment unit is a meaning system to which
the treating professional is an equal and active contributor. The system
does not create a problem; the problem creates a system.
Intervention (The)
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, A therapeutic process used to confront a substance abuser's denial of
his/her substance abuse. Friends and family members organize a
confrontation meeting, led by the therapist, in which they each proclaim
their commitment to, and concern for, the alcoholic. The goals are to have
the substance abuser feel supported, acknowledge the problems the
abuse is causing, and enter a treatment program.
Enactment
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A structural therapy technique used both in the assessment and treatment
of families. Members are instructed to demonstrate their problem during
the therapy session, allowing the therapist to observe the problem and
develop strategies to change it.
Paralinguistic Communication
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From communication theory, communicating through tone, pace, and
inflexion.
Preventive Intervention and Relationship Enhancement Program - PREPARE
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A psychoeducational program for married couples to improve their
relationships before problems set in. Participants learn communication and
conflict resolution skills and discuss their expectations for marriage. The
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From philosophy, a position in which "truth" consists of a tangible, knowable
set of observable facts. In this philosophy it is assumed that there are
universal principles that would guide researchers and therapists toward
theoretic tenets, diagnoses, and treatment.
Existential Encounters
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, The therapeutic stance of Whitaker's symbolic-experiential therapy in which
the therapist is willing both to receive the family members' reactions to
him/her and to fully disclose his/her reactions to them.
Triangulation
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From Bowenian family therapy, a dysfunctional process in which an
unresolved conflict between two people (often parents) is extended to
include a third person (often their child), whose loyalty is fought over.
Prescribing the Problem
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A paradoxical strategic family therapy technique in which the therapist
attempts to unbalance the family structure by instructing the members to
continue or increase the problem or symptomatic behaviors in or to bring
the behavior under conscious control or lessen the behavior as the family
rebels against the instruction. For example, a client who is unable to
complete a work project is encouraged to set times each day in which the
project will not be worked on.
Multidirectional Partiality
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, From Nagy's contextual family therapy, the clinical stance of the therapist in
which the therapist is accountable to, and supportive of, every relevant
member, even when it necessitates accepting contradictory positions
within a conflict. The therapist strives for neutrality, joins with each family
member, and keeps communication open with all members.
Change
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1. From structural family therapy, perspective change is the process by
which elements of a system are transformed to new states or levels of
organization. 2. Developmental system change refers to the family life cycle
and the transition of the family from one stage of development to another.
Strategic models see change as occurring suddenly and resulting from
shifts in beliefs (discontinuous change); whereas the structural and
transgenerational models see change as occurring though a gradual
learning process (continuous change).
Second-Order Cybernetics
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A postmodern model that conceives of the therapist and family as one unit.
Objectivity is not possible. The treatment unit is a meaning system to which
the treating professional is an equal and active contributor. The system
does not create a problem; the problem creates a system.
Intervention (The)
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, A therapeutic process used to confront a substance abuser's denial of
his/her substance abuse. Friends and family members organize a
confrontation meeting, led by the therapist, in which they each proclaim
their commitment to, and concern for, the alcoholic. The goals are to have
the substance abuser feel supported, acknowledge the problems the
abuse is causing, and enter a treatment program.
Enactment
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A structural therapy technique used both in the assessment and treatment
of families. Members are instructed to demonstrate their problem during
the therapy session, allowing the therapist to observe the problem and
develop strategies to change it.
Paralinguistic Communication
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From communication theory, communicating through tone, pace, and
inflexion.
Preventive Intervention and Relationship Enhancement Program - PREPARE
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A psychoeducational program for married couples to improve their
relationships before problems set in. Participants learn communication and
conflict resolution skills and discuss their expectations for marriage. The
