Taking Family Systems Theory Beyond the Family

The topic of spirituality stands out in recent years as being heavily addressed in the field of psychological counseling and guidance. A similar picture also stands out when looked at from the angle of family therapies. When looking at studies made in the field of family therapy, studies addressing the aspect of family spirituality are seen to continue increasing. Bowen’s Family Systems Theory is one of these approaches. Bowen Family Theory handles the family as a system and attempts to solve the individuals’ problems by considering the environment within which they are found. The individual’s surroundings contain many situations, from family to culture, siblings to religious beliefs, from traditions to customs, and from relationships to spirituality. According to Bowen, spirituality is the reflection of the topic of God in relationships, and located foremost within the theory, a spiritual aspect is found in all important concepts, including ego differentiation and triangulations. Encountering religious and spiritual elements is possible in many of the concepts of Bowen Family Systems. This study handles the perspective of spirituality in the Bowen Family Systems Theory as one of the theories of family systems and the place of spirituality within Bowen Family Systems. In this context, first the Bowen Family Systems Theory is briefly introduced, then the study attempts to explain the spiritual dimension of the theory in light of some of its basic concepts. In addition, the Bowen approach is addressed from the Islamic perspective, and a case sample has been presented related to the intervention methods that can be used in this situation.

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The development and transition of families in Japan from the family systems theory perspective (7)

The Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Japanese Psychological Association ◽

10.4992/pacjpa.79.0_1ev-012 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 79 (0) ◽

pp. 1EV-012-1EV-012

Author(s):

Hiroshi Shimizu ◽

Masanori Ishimori ◽

Kouji Kosugi ◽

Takashi Fujisawa ◽

Futoshi Watanabe

Keyword(s):

Systems Theory ◽

Family Systems ◽

Family Systems Theory ◽

The Family

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THE IMPACT OF INFIDELITY ON FILIPINO FAMILY DYNAMICS AND YOUNG ADULT FILIPINO'S SELF-CONCEPT

MALIM: JURNAL PENGAJIAN UMUM ASIA TENGGARA (SEA JOURNAL OF GENERAL STUDIES) ◽

10.17576/malim-2021-2201-02 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 22 (1) ◽

pp. 14-37

Author(s):

ANDREW SIGUAN ◽

MAXIN FENONI THERESE ONG ◽

SIDNEY IRA MARIE CAÑETE

Keyword(s):

Systems Theory ◽

Family Systems ◽

Thematic Analysis ◽

Family Dynamics ◽

Well Being ◽

Family Systems Theory ◽

Self Concept ◽

The Family ◽

The Impact ◽

Parental Infidelity

Parental infidelity largely influences the quality of relationships in the family. In previous researches, the focus is mainly on the dyadic marital relationship of the couples, subsequently failing to consider how this influences the upbringing and well-being of their children. This study aims to explore how adult Filipino children's discovery of parental infidelity impacted their self-concept. Using purposive sampling, the study involved fourteen (14) participants, seven males, and seven females, who were aware of their parent's infidelity. The research used a semi-structured interview schedule to gather the necessary data. Thematic analysis was used to categorize the data into two major themes: (a) Pre-infidelity Family Dynamics and (b) Impacts of Parental Infidelity. The research utilized Dr. Murray Bowen's Family Systems Theory and Self-Concept Theory by Rogers to analyse the themes and to discuss the results of the study. The research helps explain the differences in the impacts of parental infidelity on the family and on the self-concept. Further implications are discussed in the study. Keywords: Parental infidelity; Family systems theory; Self-concept; Thematic analysis

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The development and transition of families in Japan from the family systems theory perspective(2)

The Proceedings of the Annual Convention of the Japanese Psychological Association ◽

10.4992/pacjpa.77.0_3pm-010 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 77 (0) ◽

pp. 3PM-010-3PM-010

Author(s):

Koji KOSUGI ◽

Masanori ISHIMORI ◽

Hiroshi SHIMIZU ◽

FUJISAWA Takashi ◽

Futoshi WATANABE

Keyword(s):

Systems Theory ◽

Family Systems ◽

Family Systems Theory ◽

The Family

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Soul and System: The Integrative Possibilities of Family Therapy

Journal of Psychology and Theology ◽

10.1177/009164719702500112 ◽

1997 ◽

Vol 25 (1) ◽

pp. 123-135 ◽

Cited By ~ 13

Author(s):

William H. Watson

Keyword(s):

Family Therapy ◽

Systems Theory ◽

Family Systems ◽

Clinical Work ◽

Family Systems Theory ◽

Christian Theology ◽

Relative Paucity ◽

The Family ◽

Fertile Ground ◽

Definition Of

This article presents a review of the interface of family systems theory and therapy with religious, spiritual, or faith perspectives, with particular emphasis on Christian theology and Scripture. A brief review of the literature shows the relative paucity of work in this area to date. It is argued that family therapy is a particularly fertile ground for the integration of theological, religious, and spiritual considerations. Three points of intersection between family systems theory and biblical concepts—context, legacy, and body life—are discussed to illustrate the considerable promise of family systems theory for future integrative work. Implications for practice are discussed within a framework outlining three means of including religion or spirituality in the clinical work of family therapy—as resource, as culture, or as context. Borrowing from the family systems theory emphasis on epistemology, a definition of “second-order integration” is suggested, which may help to clarify the field's “thinking about thinking” about integration.

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Family Therapy in the Treatment of Anorexia Nervosa: Theory and Technique

The International Journal of Psychiatry in Medicine ◽

10.2190/afpq-jck6-xhcb-mfex ◽

1982 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 291-302 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

John M. Lagos

Keyword(s):

Anorexia Nervosa ◽

Family Therapy ◽

Systems Theory ◽

Family Systems ◽

Family Systems Theory ◽

Individual Therapy ◽

The Other ◽

The Family ◽

Stabilizing Element

Family systems theory views anorexia nervosa not only as a product of dysfunctional transactional patterns within a family, but also as a crucial stabilizing element within the family. This paper describes the dysfunctional characteristics of anorexic families as well as the relevance of these characteristics to the anorexic symptoms. Two approaches to the treatment of these families, one developed by Minuchin and the other by Selvini Palazzoli, are described and the comparability of family therapy with individual therapy is briefly discussed.

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