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Family Systems Theory

A theoretical perspective that views the family as an interconnected unit where individual relationships and members impact one another.

Dyadic Relationships

Relationships between two individuals within a family unit.

Triadic Relationships

Relationships involving three individuals within a family unit.

Disequilibrium

A state of imbalance or chaos within a family due to changes in an individual or relationship.

Authoritative Parenting

A parenting style characterized by high responsiveness and high demandingness, where parents set firm rules yet remain warm and nurturing.

Authoritarian Parenting

A parenting style that is high in demandingness but low in responsiveness, where parents enforce strict rules without warmth.

Permissive Parenting

A parenting style that is high in responsiveness but low in demandingness, where parents give children significant freedom and act more like friends.

Disengaged Parenting

A parenting style low in both responsiveness and demandingness, where parents are neglectful and self-centered.

Demandingness

The degree to which parents set expectations, rules, and discipline their children.

Responsiveness

The degree of warmth, sensitivity, and emotional support that parents provide to their children.

Autonomy within Limits

A parenting approach where children are given some freedom to make choices, but within boundaries set by the parents.