Vocabulary
Strong Family Characteristics
Family Structure Changes
Changes in Family Circumstances
Coping with Changes
100
What does separation mean?
It is a decision by two married people to live apart.
100
How can families have good communication?
Share thoughts and feelings honestly with each other
100

What are some negative effects that parents have when their family doesn't listen to each other

someone might get sad or feel unheard. 

100
What can happen when family circumstances change?
Stress can occur.
100
What is one of the most important strategies to cope with change?
Talk honestly, and openly about stress
200
What word means "an event that influences another event?"
Circumstance
200
Why would families respect each other?
Show consideration by respecting each others privacy and helping out with household tasks.
200

What is one stressful thing about divorce?

It's difficult for their children. They may find it hard to go for long periods without seeing one of their parents.

200
What are some downfalls to moving to a new home?
They may miss their old home and friends, teens may be anxious, more stress if the parents are already divorced.
200
What can you do to help family members during a difficult period?
You can take on more responsibilities at home like chores.
300
What does divorce mean?
It is a legal end to a marriage contract.
300
How can families commit to each other?
Work together to solve problems and make sacrifices for the family.
300
What can the children do if they are having a hard time?
They can join a supporting group (children of divorce) which will help them realize that they are not alone.
300
Why do family's argue about money?
They might not have enough to pay bills or they may have too much and not know what to do with it.
300
Who can you talk to if your dealing with a problem?
Family members, counselor, teacher, or close friend
400
What word means "the legal right to make decisions affecting children and the responsibility for their care?"
Divorce
400
What ways can families care and support?
By words and actions.
400

What is an adjustment for children when parents remarry someone else?

All the children need to get along and all adjust to each other.

400
How can families cope with an ill or disabled person?
They can all take time in caring for the sick or disabled person.
400
What can you do to keep your mind off of a difficult situation?
Reading a book, talking to people who have had similar experiences.
500
What is remarriage?
When one or both parents decide to remarry after a divorce.
500
How would you want to have trust with your family?
By being honest, loyal, and reliable
500
What is the most difficult change in a family?
The death of a family member.
500
What is one of the most serious problems a family can face?
Alcohol or drug abuse.
500

What are some of the problems that kids have to deal with

Moving homes, school or losing/making friends. 

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