Family
Strong Family Characteristics
Family Structure Changes
Changes in Family Circumstances
Coping with Changes
100

What does separation mean?

When two people decide 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 they adopt or have a new child?
They may have less time for their other children.
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

True or false All families have the same rules

False All families have different 

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 your family look like? 

Thank you for sharing! 

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 ask for support, use coping tools which will help them realize that they are not alone and that they can manage their emotions.

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

True or false family means those who come from your same blood. 

False; family can also be chosen. Some people consider friends family. 

400
What ways can families care and support?
By words and actions.
400

Where am I? 

We are called the big apple. We have a statue that is green. 

New York

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 unique about your family? 

thank you for sharing

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 or having to change/leave home

500

What are two bad coping skills? 

Alcohol or drug abuse.

500
What are one of the problems that kids have to deal with at the age of 14?
A parent losing their job, grandparents having a serious illness, or moving
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