Theories help us predict and explain events that happen. Therefore, there are specific theories that allow families to understand the experiences they go through. Here are the theories expressed according to the text:
Family Systems Theory:
The whole is greater than the sum of it's parts.
Exchange Theory:
Relationships must be balanced or there will be a disconnection when it is lop-sided
Symbolic Interaction:
Relationships interact when people interact using symbols through their words and experiences
Conflict Theory:
Suggests that when there are capable adults, there will always be conflict on how to go about things.
All of these theories help explain situations among the family. There are also certain boundaries that are described which are found among the family. There are diffused boundaries, rigid boundaries, and clear boundaries. All of these are found among the theories expressed.
I think that these theories really do help. They apply to different situations but almost every situation or issue may be resolved with help through these theories.
The main thing I took from our class discussions during this week was how every individual has an important role in the family. If there is one person who is distant, or is creating tension, that effects the whole entire rest of the family. When there is a complete effort made in helping one another, trials and hardships are endured so much better than if someone wasn't apart of the effort.
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