Week 11: Family Communication Patterns
Week 11 Overview
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Learning Objectives
- 1Identify and describe the four family communication patterns (consensual, pluralistic, protective, laissez-faire)
- 2Apply family systems theory to understand how family members influence each other
- 3Analyze intergenerational communication dynamics and their effects
- 4Recognize the role of family narratives and rituals in shaping identity
- 5Evaluate boundary management in family communication
Why This Matters
Our family of origin profoundly shapes how we communicate in all relationships. Understanding family communication patterns helps us recognize where our communication habits come from and empowers us to make intentional choices about how we communicate.