True or False: Stress and problems within families are common.
True! Every family experiences stress, problems, and arguments daily. The important part is learning how to deal with those problems as a family in a healthy manner.
What is the first step in Win-Win Negotiation?
1. Describe the Problem.
What is one way to overcome the stress of financial problems in the family?
Older children work part-time to alleviate bills.
Younger children find ways to cut back on spending.
Other relatives help with expenses for a short period of time.
What are steps 2 & 3 in Win-Win Negotiation?
2. See the other Point of View.
3. Involve the other person.
Define: What is a separation?
An arrangement in which spouses live apart and try to work out their problems.
What is step four in Win-Win Negotiation?
4. Share & Discuss - listen closely, don't interrupt, show understanding, focus on the problem and shared goals.
5. Invent Solutions.
Agree on a Solution.
You don't want to tell other kids about your mother and father's divorce, what can you do?
Awesome job!
How do families help take care of each other?
What is meeting basic needs?
List four general types of problems that can cause stress in families.
1. Illness
2. Financial Problems
3. Separation/Divorce
4. Drug Abuse