Family Types
A family made up of parents and children living in the same household
What is a nuclear family?
The idea that each family member affects and is affected by others.
What is family systems?
A family pattern where substance use shapes rules, roles, and emotions.
What is an addicted family?
The child who takes responsibility and tries to make the family look good.
Who is the hero?
When a caregiver is emotionally available and responsive.
What is secure attachment?
A family that includes relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, or cousins.
What is an extended family?
When a family tries to keep things the same or get back to "balance," even when it’s unhealthy.
What is homeostasis?
A family environment where fear is used to control behavior.
What is a violent or abusive family?
The person blamed for problems or who acts out family stress.
Who is the scapegoat?
When love feels inconsistent and creates fear of abandonment.
What is anxious attachment?
A family formed through remarriage where children may come from previous relationship
What is a blended family?
The ability to stay connected while still being your own person.
What is the differentiation of self?
A family where emotions are rarely expressed or responded to.
What is an emotionally distant family?
The family member who avoids attention and stays invisible.
Who is the lost child?
When emotions are minimized or closeness feels unsafe.
What is avoidant attachment?
A family created through emotional bonds rather than biology.
What is a chosen family?
Changes that help the family grow or improve.
What are positive adjustments?
A family that limits independence through rigid rules or pressure.
What is a controlling family?
The one who uses humor or distraction to reduce tension.
Who is the mascot?
When caregiving is confusing, frightening, or unpredictable.
What is disorganized attachment?
A family structure that includes only one caregiver raising children.
What is a single-parent family?
Changes that reduce stress in the short term but cause harm in the long term.
What are negative adjustments?
A family with unclear roles, unpredictability, and constant stress.
What is a chaotic or unstable family?
The person who protects or covers for others’ harmful behavior.
Who is the enabler?
A system in children that motivates curiosity, learning, and independence.
What is the exploratory system?