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Models of Family Functioning in HDFS 3313
Questions and Correct Answers
Olson's Circumplex Model Ans: Model focusing on adaptability
and cohesion in families.
Adaptability Ans: Family's flexibility in power structure and roles.
Cohesion Ans: Emotional bonding between family members.
Continuum Ans: Range from low to high adaptability and
cohesion.
Balanced Family Functioning Ans: Optimal mid-level adaptability
and cohesion for families.
Facilitating Dimension Ans: Communication enhances flexibility
and cohesion in families.
Positive Communication Ans: Encourages adjustments in family
dynamics.
Developmental Stress Ans: Changes in family roles due to life
stages.
McMaster Model Ans: Six dimensions describing family
functioning.
Problem-Solving Ans: Ability to resolve issues within the family.
Communication (McMaster Model) Ans: Essential for healthy
family interactions.
Roles Ans: Defined responsibilities of family members.
Affective Responsiveness Ans: Family's ability to express
emotions appropriately.
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Models of Family Functioning in HDFS 3313
Questions and Correct Answers
Olson's Circumplex Model Ans: Model focusing on adaptability
and cohesion in families.
Adaptability Ans: Family's flexibility in power structure and roles.
Cohesion Ans: Emotional bonding between family members.
Continuum Ans: Range from low to high adaptability and
cohesion.
Balanced Family Functioning Ans: Optimal mid-level adaptability
and cohesion for families.
Facilitating Dimension Ans: Communication enhances flexibility
and cohesion in families.
Positive Communication Ans: Encourages adjustments in family
dynamics.
Developmental Stress Ans: Changes in family roles due to life
stages.
McMaster Model Ans: Six dimensions describing family
functioning.
Problem-Solving Ans: Ability to resolve issues within the family.
Communication (McMaster Model) Ans: Essential for healthy
family interactions.
Roles Ans: Defined responsibilities of family members.
Affective Responsiveness Ans: Family's ability to express
emotions appropriately.
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