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An alternative paradigm for diagnosis based on cybernetics, ecology, and systems theory is proposed. This paradigm, termed “ecosystemic epistemology,” suggests that diagnosis focus on knowing problematic situations in an ecological and systemic way. Theoretical statements concerning this approach are delineated with specific references to major family therapists. This discussion provides a foundation for an ecosystemic epistemology for diagnosis that addresses the following issues: (a) the meaning of system; (b) the symptom's presence in the system; (c) the therapist's presence in the system; (d) the ecological relationship system that emerges in diagnosis; and (e) the relation between ecosystemic epistemology and the process of diagnosis. In effect, this paper attempts to formally describe the underlying epistemology inherent in the work of therapists who approach diagnosis in an ecological and systemic

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00117.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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Suicidal behavior is a multidetermined act based upon a variety of factors among which family tensions and patterns of interaction predominate. Family therapy, nevertheless, is underutilized for suicidal situations because too few practitioners possess the requisite skills in both suicidology and family treatment. This paper attempts to integrate the two fields, describes some assessment procedures, and presents an account of the method of family therapy utilized by the author with suicidal persons. The basic goals of therapy are to help initiate and to catalyze a healing process that will enable the participants to accept changes in both individual and family existence; to decrease the amount of destructive family interaction; to deal with the inevitable anxiety that accompanies growth and development; to make contact with and among the family members; and to provide hope.

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00131.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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This paper describes a course in family theory geared to “well” family members that combines didactic and experiential teaching techniques. A key feature of the course is that students participate in a simulated family for twelve weeks. Family therapists are skilled at using techniques that powerfully dramatize family process; they can provide a needed and useful service to the community by teaching the dynamics of families functioning to people who have a personal or professional interest in learning more about famil

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00143.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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Literature on the treatment of marital jealousy has focused on individual and interpersonal awareness/insight and the use of communication‐negotiation skills. This paper proposes an alternative viewpoint applying the problem‐solving approaches of Erikson, Haley, Watzlawick, Weakland, and Fisch to the alteration of jealous systems. Through a detailed case study, the author describes the concept of the therapeutic triangle and the use of paradox and symptom transfer as potential contributions in the treatment of jealousy. Finally, the author discusses briefly a possible factor leading to the success of the systematic, problem‐solving modality: serious playfu

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00151.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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This is the second interim report of an exploratory, prospective study of psychiatrically “nonlabeled” family interaction. The project focuses primarily on whole‐family interaction as it progresses through

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00161.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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Exciting developments in family theory construction over the past few years demand a constant survey and evaluation of measurable progress. This paper documents some developmental trends that have taken place in family theory construction and its applications, as well as in the relation of theory to advances in methodology. Many of these trends are examined in the light of two earlier reports, Pilgrim's Progress I (21) and Pilgrim's Progress H (13).

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00163.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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This study examined the family system differences between 40 volunteer natural‐father and stepfather families. Family triads consisting of the husband, the wife, and a child whose age ranged from 12 to 15 years were studied. Four instruments were used: (a) the Family Concept Q‐Sort; (b) a Semantic Differential; (c) a demographic questionnaire; and (d) an interaction‐reaction questionnaire. Analyses of variance on the data obtained from the Q‐sorts and the Semantic Differentials indicated that stepfather family systems are different from natural‐father family systems along several salient dimensions including psychological adjustment, satisfaction with family, reciprocal understanding, and perceived goodness and potency. It was concluded that the differences between the family systems in terms of their interpersonal relations and perceptions affect the entire stepparent family system and its ability to function a

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00175.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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Remarriage is analyzed from the perspective of family boundaries and roles. The nuclear and remarriage family models are compared, and the process that begins with the formation of the first‐marriage nuclear family and ends with the formation of a second‐marriage family is conceptualized in terms of changing family boundaries and roles. Discussions with remarriage group members provide concrete illustrations of this process and suggest solutions to some of the problems confronting remarriage family memb

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00185.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

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This bibliography was developed by the Remarried Consultation Center of the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services of New York City for our own use. Because there is a growing interest in remarriage and the new types of families this social phenomenon creates, we became convinced that the meager number of articles and books in this area would be of interest to others.We have focused our attention on the now common phenomenon of the remarried and those living together in a committed relationship situation. Some articles that were not designed as studies of remarriage situations are included because their content is pertinent to our subject.The bibliography is divided into six sections to facilitate reference use. It should be noted, however, that these sections are not rigid and that some items could readily have been included under two or more sections.Articles included cover publication dates through April 1978. The six sections are: L Demography; II. Remarried Couples; III. Stepparents and Stepchildren; IV. Divorce as a Precursor to Remarriage; V. Children of Divorce in Relation to Remarriage; VI. Remarriage — Prophylactic and Therapeutic Aspects. Unfortunately we did not find sufficient material to warrant a section on theoretical aspects.We have tried to make this bibliography as complete as possible using two computer retrieval systems as well as our own search of the literature. If you are familiar with references we have missed, we should appreciate hearing from yo

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.00193.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY

ISSN:0014-7370    

DOI:10.1111/j.1545-5300.1979.213_1.x

出版商:Blackwell Publishing Ltd    

年代:1979

数据来源: WILEY